Elementary Education
Students will prepare to become certified paraprofessionals, providing the opportunity to earn a living and gain experience while continuing their educational pathway to becoming a teacher. This program will also serve those currently working as paraprofessionals but seeking further knowledge and experience for upskilling and career advancement. Students interested in transferring to a four-year education program should consult with an academic advisor.
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Total Requirements | 30 Units | |
| Program Requirements | 21 Units | |
| EDU 201 | Introduction to Elementary Education | 3 |
| EDU 203 | Introduction to Special Education | 3 |
| EDU 206 | Classroom Learning Environment | 3 |
| EDU 207 | Exploration of Children's Literature | 3 |
| EDU 220 | Principles of Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDU 245 | Foundations of Elementary Literacy & the Science of Reading | 3 |
| HDFS 201* | Lifespan Human Development | 3 |
| Choose 3 credits units from the following program electives: Any EDU, ECE, or HDFS course (Recommended: EDU 210) |
3 | |
| General Education Requirements | 9 Units | |
| English/Communications Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Requirement: Math 110 or higher | 3 | |
*HDFS 201 meets the Human Relations Requirement.
Please see the Certificate of Achievement page for a list of all courses filling general education requirements.
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