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.
Length of completion: 10 months total (2 semesters / 1 academic year, full-time at 12 units per semester)
Major/Program Requirements
Required Courses:
| CDEV C1000 or CDEV C1000H | Child Growth and Development | 3.00 |
| CDEV 132 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3.00 |
| CDEV 133 | STEM for Young Children | 3.00 |
| CDEV 134 | Language and Literacy in Early Childhood | 3.00 |
| CDEV 137 | Play and Materials in Early Learning | 3.00 |
| CDEV 182 | Diversity and Child Development | 3.00 |
| CDEV 212 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education | 3.00 |
| CDEV 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