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2025-2026 College Catalog

Preschool (CDA Equivalent), Career Studies Certificate

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Program Code: 221-636-05

The Career Studies Certificate in Preschool education is designed to prepare individuals to create developmentally appropriate learning environments for preschool children. Occupational opportunities include employment in child development programs and child care agencies/centers that include preschool-aged children.

This certificate satisfies the requirements of the Head Start Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.

Semester 1

Semester Total: 10

Semester 2

Semester Total: 6

Program Total Minimum Credits: 16

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