Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Teacher Certificate of Achievement
The TK Certificate prepares elementary school teachers to create and implement developmentally appropriate environments and curriculum for preschool aged children in Transitional Kindergarten(TK)classrooms.
Major/Program Requirements
Required Courses:
| CD 105 or CD 105H | Child Growth and Development | 3.00 |
| CD 132 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3.00 |
| CD 133 | STEM for Young Children | 3.00 |
| CD 134 | Language and Listening, Literacy and Literature for Children | 3.00 |
| CD 137 | Play and Materials in Early Learning | 3.00 |
| CD 182 | Diversity & Child Development | 3.00 |
| CD 212 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education | 3.00 |
| CD 250 | Guidance of Young Children | 3.00 |
Total Credit Hours: 24.00
Note: Students should be advised that certificate requirements differ from State Child Development Permit Qualifications. See the Child Development and Education department for State licensing requirements and more information.
A student receiving a certificate in this field will be able to:
1. Identify characteristics of development during the preschool years as they relate to growth and learning in math, science, literacy, emotions, and social interaction.
2. Utilize early childhood observation and assessment tools.
3. Create and implement developmentally appropriate learning environments in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classrooms.
Effective Spring 2026