Certification Requirements

Successful completion of Levels 1, 2, and 3 Teacher Training, having met all requirements at each level, including:

  • Satisfactory attendance and class participation

  • Satisfactory completion of all class and take home assignments

  • Satisfactory completion of all reading assignments

  • Demonstrated comprehension of all reading assignments

Successful completion of 9 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in Early Childhood Education/Development studies, including:

  • Child Family and Community (3 units)

  • Foundation/Child Development (6 units)

Completion of minimum supervised practicum hours (72 total), as follows:

  • 36 supervised practicum hours completed between Level 2 and Level 3

  • 36 supervised practicum hours completed hours after completion of Level 3

Demonstrated basic naturalist proficiency

Demonstrated with satisfactory completion of assigned journal entries

Additional requirements:

  • Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification