The Early Childhood Intervention major is designed specifically for transfer candidates who wish to work as an assistant or a paraprofessional in early
intervention, early childhood special education, and community development programs serving children with special needs.
DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Program requirements include coursework to complete the designated major, the Christian Studies general education requirement, and in some cases, upper division electives. To complete a degree students must complete all major, general education and degree requirements.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Intervention (49 units)
Prerequisites to Program
ENG 113 Composition
ENG 123 Intermediate Composition
Early Childhood Intervention Certificate
Associates Degree in Early Childhood Studies
Child Development Permit
Upper Division Core Major Requirements (42 units)
ECH 320 Cognitive Development in Infancy & Early Childhood
ECH 340 Perceptual-Motor Development in Infancy & Early Childhood
ECH 350 Social & Emotional Development in Infancy & Early Childhood
ECH 365 Assessment of Young Children with Disabilities
ECH 375 Early Intervention: Early Childhood Special Education
ECH 385 Theories & Models Understanding Behavior in Young Child with Disabilities
ECH 395 Learning Environments for Young Children with Disabilities
ECH 415 Consultation and Collaboration in Early Childhood Intervention
ECH 425 Low Incidence Disabilities in Young Children
ECH 435 Cross Cultural Perspectives on Children with Disabilities
ECH 455 Research Seminar in Early Childhood Intervention
EDU 341 The Exceptional Child
ENG 463 Introduction to Linguistics
ENG 475 Language Acquisition and Development
Additional Program Courses (7 units)
CST 100 Overview of the Bible
CST 300-400 Upper Division Christian Studies