Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis course introduces students to the concepts and issues related to teaching diverse learning in today's early childhood education settings. Topics include child growth and development, program planning and management, health and safety, guidance, recreational activities, developmentally appropriate practice, relationships, regulations, policies, standards, supervision and maintenance of classroom environments, professionalism, and classroom management. In addition to class time, the course requires a minimum of 45 hours of structured fieldwork in early childhood education classrooms and includes cooperation with at least one carefully selected and campus approved classroom teacher. Background clearance and health clearance are required as per site regulations. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Favorites (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 San Joaquin Delta College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .