EDU M02 – INTRODUCTION TO ELEMENTARY TEACHING 3 UNITS
Prerequisites: None Recommended Prep: ENGL M01A or ENGL M01AH
Class Hours: 3 lecture and minimum of 45 hours of structured fieldwork
EDU M02 introduces the concepts and issues related to teaching diverse learners in today’s contemporary schools, Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 (P-12). Includes such topics as teaching as a profession and career, historical and philosophical foundations of the American education system, contemporary educational issues, California’s content standards and frameworks, and teacher performance standards. In addition to class time, the course requires a minimum of 45 hours of structured fieldwork in public school elementary classrooms that represent California’s diverse student population and includes cooperation with at least one carefully selected and campus approved certificated classroom teacher. Applies to Associate Degree.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC

EDU M08 – CHILDREN'S ART WITHIN A MULTICULTURAL PERSPECTIVE 3 UNITS
Prerequisites: None Recommended Prep: EDU M02
Class Hours: 3 lecture
EDU M08 presents theoretical foundations and practices for designing art curricula that reflect P-12 educational state standards and common core standards. Emphasizes the creation of hands-on artistic projects, the importance of art in the child's development, and the understanding of multicultural art traditions in subject matter, materials, and processes. Provides opportunities for students to gain basic art skills, understand the creative process, and investigate the critique process. Examines supportive environments and selecting materials and experiences appropriate to individual children. Examines historical contexts and indigenous aesthetics as they relate to the development of primary skills and appreciation for art and the creative process.  

EDU M10 – DEVELOPING LITERACY IN DIVERSE CLASSROOMS 3 UNITS
Prerequisites: None Recommended Prep: EDU M02
Class Hours: 3 lecture
EDU M10 provides an understanding of learning and teaching literacy in a diverse, technologically complex society. Focuses on providing students with knowledge of a comprehensive balanced literacy approach. Includes an understanding and use of the major descriptors of developing literacy, appropriate assessment methods and instruments, and a developmental and analytical appreciation for writing strategies, conventions, applications, and interpretation of texts and genres.  

EDU M80 – INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION 1-4 UNITS EDU
M80 provides on-the-job learning to develop effective work habits, attitudes, and career awareness in paid or unpaid internships that are related to the discipline. Involves the development and documentation of learning objectives and the completion of an internship paper, presentation, or project. Includes both workplace supervisor and faculty adviser feedback and/or written evaluations.

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN ELEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION DEGREE
Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer AA-T
The Elementary Teacher Education program is designed for students who aspire to become elementary or special education teachers, and offers a breadth of study across disciplines. Elementary Teacher Education incorporates subject matter that prepares students to teach elementary education level subjects including science, mathematics, literature, history, geography and the arts. Elementary Teacher Education coursework will also introduce theories of education and child development, as well as provide an early field experience.

Students who complete these interdisciplinary courses will be able to:

1. Demonstrate college-level skills in written English, oral communications, math, and critical thinking;
2. Demonstrate a basic grasp of the disciplines most commonly taught in elementary schools in California, including physical science, biology, art, literature in a cultural or geographic context, world geography, United States history, and United States government;
3. Demonstrate a basic grasp of child growth and development.

The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer (AA-T) 

Intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies, Integrated Teacher Education, or a major deemed similar at a CSU campus. Students completing this AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not necessarily to a particular CSU campus or major of their choice. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements as this AA-T in Elementary Teacher Education may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a college or university that is not part of the CSU system.

To earn an AA-T in Elementary Teacher Education, students must:

1. Complete 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU transferable semester units.
2. Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA.
3. Complete 50 specified major units. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better or a "P" if the course is taken on a "pass-no-pass" basis (Title 5 § 55063). Even though a "pass-no-pass" is allowed, it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a grade.
4. Obtain certification of the California State University General Education Breadth pattern (CSU GE-Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC for CSU) pattern.

NOTE: Although the IGETC pattern is permissible for the Associate Degree for Transfer, MATH M10 is NOT an approved course for the IGETC pattern, therefore it's recommended that the student complete the CSU GE Breadth pattern for this degree or complete a transferable math course that is approved for the IGETC, as part of the completion of the IGETC.

REQUIRED CORE

Select and complete the following courses

• BIOL M01 Introduction to Biology 4 Units
• CD M02 Human Development: Infancy through Adolescence 3 Units
• COMM M01 Public Speaking 3 Units
• EDU M02 Introduction to Elementary Teaching 3 Units
• HIST M130 United States History Through Reconstruction 3 Units
• HIST M150 World History: From Prehistory to 1500 3 Units
• MATH M10 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 3 Units
• ENGL M01A English Composition 4 Units or
• ENGL M01AH Honors: English Composition 4 Units

Introduction to Literature - one course

• ENGL M01B Literature: Critical Thinking and Composition 4 Units
• ENGL M01BH Honors Literature: Critical Thinking and Composition 4 Units

World Regional Geography - one course

• GEOG M03 World Regional Geography 3 Units or
  GEOG M03H Honors: World Regional Geography 3 Units

Earth Science - one to two course(s)

• GEOL M121 Earth Science with Lab 4 Units or
• GEOL M02 Physical Geology 3 Units AND GEOL M02L Physical Geology Lab 1 Unit

Introduction to American Government and Politics - one course

• POLS M03 American Government and Politics 3 Units
• POLS M03H Honors: American Government and Politics 3 Units

Physical Science - one science course with a corresponding lab

• CHEM M12 Introductory Chemistry I 4 Units
• PHSC M01 Principles of Physical Science 3 Units AND PHSC M01L Principles of Physical Science Laboratory 1 Unit
• PHYS M01 Descriptive Physics 3 Units AND PHYS M01L Descriptive Physics Lab 1 Unit

College Composition - one course
LIST A: Select one course from the following

• COMM M25 Introduction to Rhetorical Criticism 3 Units
• ENGL M01C Critical Thinking and Composition 3 Units ENGL M01CH Honors: Critical Thinking and Composition 3 Units
• PHIL M05 Critical Thinking and Analytic Writing 3 Units

LIST B: Select one course from the following

• ARTH M10 Art Appreciation 3 Units
• ARTH M10H Honors: Art Appreciation 3 Units
• MUS M08 Music Appreciation 3 Units
• THA M01 Introduction to Theatre 3 Units

TOTAL UNITS 50.0

Due to the varying certification requirements in the education field, students are advised to consult with a Child Development/Education faculty member prior to finalizing their Student Education Plans. For additional coursework to prepare for careers with elementary-aged children, particularly in transitional kindergarten through second grade, please see courses in Child Development.

2+2 PROGRAMS WITH LOCAL TRANSFER INSTITUTIONS: Complete your Elementary Education associates degree in 2 years and then complete your Liberal Studies bachelor's degree and multiple subject teaching credential in 2 years at CSUN or CSUCI.
Full Course Catalog Description and Degree Information

Is This Program the Right Fit

If you are interested in a teaching career in elementary education this program is right for you. The Education Program is designed as a pre-professional program leading to completion of the first 2 years of teacher education preparation. The program is designed to ensure students transfer to bachelor’s degree programs with a strong subject matter background, introductory teaching experience, and content preparation.

Teacher Education Preparation programs vary widely in the required lower division preparation necessary for admission to specific campuses. Careful course selection is essential for successful transfer in a timely fashion. Students are encouraged to see a counselor and visit www.assist.org for assistance in developing an educational plan that will identify the lower division major preparation and general education coursework that corresponds to the intended transfer institution requirements.

Students who complete these interdisciplinary courses will be able to:

1. Demonstrate college-level skills in written English, oral communications, math, and critical thinking;
2. Demonstrate a basic grasp of the disciplines most commonly taught in elementary schools in California, including physical science, biology, art, literature in a cultural or geographic context, world geography, United States history, and United States government;
3. Demonstrate a basic grasp of child growth and development.

Which Transfer Degrees does the Education & Teaching Area of Interest offer? 

We currently have three transfer degrees: 
• Early Childhood Education (CD/ECE) – Who and How to teach is primary focus (For students planning to work with ages 0-8) 
• Elementary Teacher Education (EDU) – What and How to teach is primary focus (For students planning to work with ages 5-11) 
• Child and Adolescent Development (CADV) – Who is the child and Why (For students planning to work with ages 0-18) 
 - CADV Targets students with more interest in research and interdisciplinary behavioral sciences and who do not have an interest in the teaching field or educational administration 
 - Sample career aspirations: developmental research, social work, school psychology, education specialist for deaf and hard of hearing students, public policy - Note: students in CD/ECE are also prepared to pursue these fields – the main difference is that CD/EDU focuses on applied developmental science and requires an experiential foundation with young children. 

A few questions and points that may help a student to determine a pathway and plan

Is the student interested in teaching children between infancy and age 8, including special education and early intervention?

Recommendation: CD/ECE
• Alternatively, if the student is interested in early elementary teaching (K-2) the student could get the EDU degree incorporating 24 units of CD or the Transitional Kindergarten Certificate, but this would put the student over 60 units. 
• According to Title 22, any teacher who aspires to work with infants (children under 30 months) must complete at least 3 units of Infant/Toddler coursework (CD M15). In federal programs, such as Head Start, if the teacher does not have a bachelor’s degree, then she/he needs to have 6 units of Infant-Toddler coursework.
• Also, according to Title 22, anyone who aspires to administrative positions in early care and education must have 3 units of Administration (CD 24 or CD 25)
• Also, according to Title 5, anyone who aspires to administrative positions in early care and education must have 6 units of Administration (CD 24 and CD 25)
• The CA Child Development Permit (Title 5) is currently under revision by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, and it is anticipated that standards will become more rigorous. Current guidance recommends that all lead teachers and administrators have at least a bachelor’s degree in CD/ECE with supervised clinical experience.

Is the student interested in teaching children in upper elementary or high school or K-12 administration?

Recommendation: EDU (Although CD/ECE are equally viable options)

Is the student motivated to learn in the area of general/liberal studies and wants to enter K-12 education?

Recommendation: EDU If not, CD/ECE or CADV are better choices to promote success

Does the student need to work while earning his/her degree and want to work with children while doing so?

Recommendation: CD/ECE or CADV (with options selected of CD M03, CD M04/M04L and CD M12/M12L)

Does the student have any prior professional experience working with children? This is not babysitting or nannying.

If no, CD/ECE may be best option, or internships with children (experience with actual children is highly valued for employment in most fields)

Does the student plan to attend graduate school for a credential, master’s degree or beyond?

If no, recommend CD/ECE 

What education do I need at Moorpark College to be a preschool teacher?

California State Law (Title 22) requires that anyone teaching children under the age of five years old must have a minimum of 12 units of Child Development. See the Child Development Associate Teacher Certificate of Achievement requirements in the Course Catalog for recommended courses to fulfill those 12 units.  

What education do I need at Moorpark College to be an elementary school teacher?

• Students can major in any subject but are highly encouraged to pursue an Associate's Degree for Transfer in either Elementary Teacher Education, Child and Adolescent Development, or Early Childhood Education.
• After leaving Moorpark College, students must complete their bachelor's degree and are required to get a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.

What education do I need at Moorpark College to be a special education teacher? 

• Students can major in any subject but are highly encouraged to pursue an Associate's Degree for Transfer in either Elementary Teacher Education, Child and Adolescent Development, or Early Childhood Education.
• After leaving Moorpark College, students must complete their bachelor's degree and are required to get an Education Specialist Instruction Credential.

What education do I need at Moorpark College to be a middle school or high school teacher?

• Students should pursue an Associate’s Degree for Transfer in the major they plan to teach (if offered).
• After leaving Moorpark College, students must complete their bachelor's degree and are required to get a Single Subject Teaching Credential.

What education do I need at Moorpark College to be a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)?

• Registered Behavior Technician M01: Knowledge Skills, is a 2.5 unit, self-paced, online course designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc. (BACB®) to sit for the RBT exam. By the end of the 2.5 unit training, students will have all the training needed to take the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc. (BACB®) Competency Assessment. When both courses, RBT M01 and RBT M01L, are completed successfully, students are eligible for a Moorpark College Registered Behavior Technician Proficiency Award. Upon passing the competency assessment, candidates will be able to apply and sit for the RBT credentialing exam.
• The RBT coursework would be beneficial to anyone planning to work with children or older individuals experiencing learning or behavior challenges. 

What education do I need at Moorpark College to be a College Instructor?

• Students should pursue an Associate’s Degree for Transfer in the major they plan to teach (if offered).
• After leaving Moorpark College, students must complete their bachelor's degree and are required to get a master's degree in the area   they are going to teach.  

Does Moorpark College offer Child Development permits?

• No. The Child Development Permit is available through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC). Students should contact the Ventura County Office of Education for permit application assistance.

What is the difference between a Certificate of Achievement and a Child Development Permit?

Moorpark College offers Certificates of Achievement. Certificates document that a student has completed a particular program of study. Certificates are NOT required for employment but are a good way to enhance a resume by showing academic and professional progress and dedication:
1-Child Development: Associate Teacher – 12 units
2-Child Development – 24.5 units
3-Transitional Kindergarten – 24 units
California State Law (Title 5) requires that anyone working in a publicly funded early childhood program must hold a Child Development Permit. The Child Development Permit is required for early childhood teachers. The Permit is not issued through Moorpark College, it issued through the California Department of Education, California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC). However, all of the courses you need to complete the requirements for a Child Development Permit are available at Moorpark College.

Once I have completed the courses needed for a certificate, where do I apply for a certificate?

You must complete the required courses with a grade of “C” or better. To apply for a certificate, students must meet with a counselor. You can schedule an appointment with a counselor by calling 805 378 1428 or through Starfish in your portal. You can also apply during virtual drop in counseling if all classes are from VCCCD. 

I want to open my own family childcare. What do I need?

The Department of Social Services Child Care Licensing Division requires 15 hours of health training in CPR, First Aid and prevention of infectious diseases (you can complete this training at Moorpark College in CD M23). Please contact the CCLD for more information.

I want to open my own private preschool. What do I need?

The Department of Social Services Child Care Licensing Division requires the 12 core units of Child Development and an Administration course (CD M24 or CD M25). Experience working in an ECE program is also required. The Department of Social Services will also require you to attend an orientation meeting that reviews all licensing requirements and provider’s instructions on how to complete the licensing application. Please contact the CCLD for more information.

How do I enroll in classes at Moorpark College?

Students enroll in the college and then enroll in a program. Once you are a registered student, you will be given access to enroll in classes. More information on enrollment and tuition is available on the apply and enroll page of the college's website. Course Information is posted in the Schedule of Classes.