Cal Poly Pomona Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal Poly Pomona lists for Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option transfers starts with ECS 1000, ECS 1100 and ECS 2010; the full list is below.

    115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with Cal Poly Pomona for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

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    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option

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    Major Requirements

    Cal Poly Pomona Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option Major Preparation

    The courses Cal Poly Pomona lists as Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Cal Poly Pomona's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Major required

    Complete all of these

    • ECS 1000 Child Growth and Development
    • ECS 1100 Child, Family and Community
    • ECS 2010 Childhood Observation and Assessment
    • ECS 2010A Childhood Observation and Assessment Activity
    • ECS 2100 Childhood Clinical Practicum I
    • ECS 2100A Childhood Clinical Practicum I Activity
    • ECS 2200 Principles and Practices for Teaching Children
    • ECS 2350 Introduction to Childhood Curriculum

    Major option required

    Complete all of these

    • BIO 2120 Life Science for Elementary Educators
    • BIO 2120L Life Science for Elementary Educators Laboratory
    • ENG 2884 Contemporary Literature
    • GEO 1000 World: People, Places, and Processes
    • GSC 2120 Earth Science for Elementary Educators
    • GSC 2120L Earth Science for Elementary Educators Laboratory
    • HST 1101 World Civilizations to 1500
    • PHY 2120 Physical Science for Elementary Educators
    • PHY 2120L Physical Science for Elementary Educators Laboratory

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Cal Poly Pomona have an Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal Poly Pomona offers Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal Poly Pomona for Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option?

    Cal Poly Pomona's Early Childhood Studies, PK-Grade 3 Option major preparation includes ECS 1000, ECS 1100, ECS 2010, ECS 2010A, ECS 2100 and ECS 2100A, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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