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Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Santa Clara campus — Santa Clara, California, United States

Study Level: Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 10,080
Application Fee: USD 100
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) is designed to provide a clear pathway to a California State University institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a California State University major or baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education. California Community College students who are awarded an Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the California State University system and given priority admission consideration to their local California State University institution or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. Students who complete this program will possess a working knowledge of child development in all domains, and will have the ability to develop and implement curriculum in early childhood education that is both developmentally and culturally appropriate. Students will understand the importance of the family and cultural connection to the developing child. Program Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate knowledge of child development theory and its application to Early Care and Education by identifying key developmental theorists and recognizing children’s developmental stages. They will demonstrate competence in facilitating the development of each young child as a unique individual through the creation of individual and group curriculum that promotes physical, cognitive and/or socio-emotional development. They will achieve eligibility for certification of an Early Childhood Education Permit from the California State Department of Education through the completion of at least six units of early childhood development coursework.

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Field of study: —
Credential: 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 10,080
Application fee: USD 100
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 8 November 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Santa Clara campus

Santa Clara, California, United States

3000 Mission College Boulevard

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

Mission College is a public two-year community college located in the City of Santa Clara, and in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Mission College's first priorities are students, their learning and their success. Our College serves the diverse educational, economic and cultural needs of the student population of Santa Clara, the Silicon Valley and our global community by providing associate degrees, transferable, career and basic-skills courses and programs, as well as opportunities for life-long learning. Mission College prides itself in providing an environment conducive to diverse learning...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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