Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Inclusive Early Childhood Practices

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Inclusive Early Childhood Practices is designed for individuals seeking expertise in supporting the learning and development of all young children, including those identified with disabilities. The program focuses on culturally responsive practices and supports that promote access, learning, and participation for all young children and their families.

Admission to the Program

To apply, students must submit:

• Two letters of recommendation
• Transcripts of all college or university-level training
• Résumé
• A position statement documenting interest in this certificate Students must have successfully completed a bachelor's degree.

Completion of the Program

Students must maintain a minimum of 3.0 GPA to continue and complete the program.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate knowledge and application of developmental milestones and learning outcomes for young children (birth through kindergarten).
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills of developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive support, strategies, and assessments for young children with disabilities within inclusive early childhood settings (birth through kindergarten).
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge and application of inclusive early childhood instruction for a variety of contexts and subjects with all young children (birth through kindergarten).
4. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skill around how to advance and lead inclusion in early childhood settings (birth through kindergarten).

Graduate Certificate in Inclusive Early Childhood Practices 12 units

Early Learning and Development (3 units)

Select One:

• E ED 707: Early Development and Learning in Diverse and Inclusive Settings (3 units)
• SLHS 702: Social Communication Development (3 units)
• SPED 777: Introduction to Disability, Development, and Equity for Young Children and Their Families (3 units)

Inclusive Supports and Services for Young Children with Disabilities (3 units)

Select One:

• SPED 737: Inclusive Learning and Supports in Early Intervention (Infants & Toddlers) (3 units)
• SPED 738: Inclusive Curriculum Development and Supports in Early Childhood Settings (Preschool - Kindergarten) (3 units)
• SPED 780: Equitable Assessment Practices for Young Children with Disabilities and Their Families (3 units)

Early Childhood Contexts and Instruction (3 units)

Select One:

• E ED 708: Language and Literacy in the Early Years (3 units)
• E ED 709: Instructional Leadership and Program Curriculum Evaluation in Early Childhood Education (3 units)
• E ED 878: Critical Perspectives and Reconceptualizing Early Childhood Education (3 units)

Advancing Inclusion in Early Childhood Settings (3 units)

Select One:

• E ED 721: International Education in Early Childhood and Elementary Education (3 units)
• E ED 801: Practitioner Inquiry and Early Childhood Professional Development and Administration (3 units)
• SPED 671: Inclusive Social-Emotional Development & Equitable Practices for Children & Families in Early Educ (3 units)
• SPED 885: Allyship, Leadership, and Collaboration for Young Children with Disabilities (3 units)