Early Childhood Inte..

Early childhood
Intervention Assistant
31 Unit Certificate (MCE601)
60 Unit Associate Degree (MAS601)
HOW LONG WILL THIS PROGRAM TAKE TO COMPLETE AND
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST ME?*
Estimated
Cost
of Program:
$ 2,934
Length of Program: 18 Months
Tuition: $ 1,477
Cost of Books and Supplies: $ 1,457
*Information provided is an approximation and subject to
change. This information does not include cost for additional
general education coursework to earn an Associate’s degree.
WHAT WILL I BE ABLE TO DO ONCE I
COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM?
WHAT IS AN EARLY CHILDHOOD
INTERVENTION ASSISTANT?
This certificate/degree prepares individuals for teaching
basic academic and life processes skills to students
with disabilities. Theory and practice includes the basic
principles of educational and developmental psychology;
the art of observing, teaching and guiding young
children; planning and administration of developmentally
appropriate inclusive educational activities; school
safety and health issues; and the social and emotional
foundations of early care and education.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of laws
and regulations pertaining to and
protecting children with disabilities and
their families
• Describe the typical child development
milestones of children from birth to
adolescence and identify the strengths
and special needs of the child
• Describe the developmental assessment
process and outline its role in identifying,
planning and intervening for a child with
special needs
• Demonstrate an understanding of
the purpose and intent of an inclusive
environment that supports the whole
child while meeting the individual needs
of children with disabilities
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO EARN?
Special Education Teachers, Preschool, Kindergarten,
and Elementary School - $20.14-$43.26/hour
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt
of students who completed the program, and other important
information, please visit our website at: http://academic.rcc.edu/
gainfulemployment/Early%20Childhood%20Intervention%20Assistant.
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• Demonstrate an understanding of family
function and structure
WHERE CAN I OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION?
Kim Metcalfe, Associate Professor, Early Childhood Education
(951) 571-6277 • kim.metcalfe@mvc.edu
MVC Counseling Department
(951) 571-6104
WHAT ARE THE REQUIRED COURSES?
(suggested order of completion)
Course UnitsDescription
EAR-20
3
Comprehensive overview of child
development
EAR-24
3
Introduction to creativity in education
EAR-28
3
Principles and practices of early childhood
education
EAR-33
3
Care and education for typically and
atypically developing infants and toddlers
EAR-40
3
Introduction to infants and children with
disabilities and special needs
EAR-41
4
Supervised practicum/internship in an early
intervention/special education setting
EAR-42
3
Child, family, and community dynamics
EAR-43
3
Overview of factors impacting the behavior
of young children
Elective Units-6 See the current catalog for elective courses
The Associate of Science degree in Early Childhood Intervention Assistant will be
awarded upon completion of the degree requirements, including general education and
other graduation requirements as described in the college catalog.
WHAT WORK
EXPERIENCE OPTIONS
DO I HAVE?
This program offers students
coursework (EAR 200)
designed to coordinate the
student’s occupational onthe-job training with related
instruction in work-related
skills, career planning, resume
development, and interview
techniques. Students enrolled
in this course must maintain
paid or voluntary employment
related to the subject
area. Determination of the
appropriate work experience
course is made by the
instructor, with input from the
student, based upon several
factors, including the number
of hours worked during
the semester, occupational
program requirements, and
type of work in which the
student is engaged.
This project was funded fully or in part by Carl D. Perkins CTE Act of 2006 grant no. 12-C01-045 awarded to Riverside Community College District and administered by
the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not
discriminate against any person on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex or gender, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical
or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate
crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all students who are interested
in participating in educational programs, including career and technical education programs, and/or extracurricular school activities. Limited English speaking skills will
not be a barrier to admission or participation in any program. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion,
age, sex or gender, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government
Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status
protected by law, is strictly prohibited. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the district’s Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA
Coordinator, Ms. Chani Beeman, 450 E. Alessandro Blvd., Riverside, CA 92508, (951) 222-8039.
Catalog Year 2012-2013