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Course Description

Focuses on current issues on early childhood. Particular attention paid to the transition to Kindergarten. Multiple perspectives considered. Addresses NAEYC/NCATE Advanced Standard 1: Promoting Child Development and Learning, Standard 2: Building Family and Community Relationships, Standard 4: Teaching and Learning and Standard 5: Growing as a professional.

Learning Outcomes

Identify the critical factors that impact a young child's developmental and learning transitions.
Analyze and discuss the strengths, challenges and importance of addressing key transitions.
Demonstrate understanding by creating a plan to address transition issues that includes all stake holders: the child, the primary caregivers, teachers and administrators.

Four-Week Classes

Focus on one subject at a time — one month at a time — and finish your degree faster.

100+ Degree Programs

Choose from associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, plus credentials and certificates.

On Campus or Online

Study when and where it’s convenient for you with evening, weekend, and 100% online classes.

Year-Round Enrollment

Apply or transfer any time. Classes start monthly, and applications are accepted year round.

20+ Campus Locations

Attend class onsite at one of over 20 campus locations across California or in Nevada.

Military Friendly

As a Yellow Ribbon school, we offer tuition discounts to servicemembers and dependents.

“Our goal is to deliver high quality educator preparation programs that feature social-emotional learning and evolve inspiring professionals who have positive impact in PK-12 school settings.”
— Dr. Judy MantleDean, Sanford College of Education

Sanford College of Education