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Associate of Early Childhood Education

San Jose City College

San Jose, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

Two-year diploma preparing students to work with young children, Families and communities.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate concepts and methods in Early Childhood Education to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Four semesters of child development
Observation and documentation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Early Childhood Educator
Special Needs Educator
Infant Toddler Educator (certification routes)

Curriculum

Four semesters of child development
Observation and documentation
Guiding and caring
Health and nutrition
Infant-toddler care
Working with families
Inclusive practice and administration
Each paired with a practicum (Practicum I to IV). A pass in all practicums and 70% in each course are required.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school (high school) completion or equivalent with official transcripts and English translations; under-18 applicants show proof of graduation by semester start; no SAT
ACT or GPA requirement; proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 61
IELTS 5.5
PTE Academic 42
Duolingo 95
STEP-EIKEN Step 2A
a US college English course or a partner language school); bank certification letter of 27
500 USD for 2026-27.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school (high school) completion or equivalent with official transcripts and English translations; under-18 applicants show proof of graduation by semester start; F-1 transfer students in good standing also accepted; bank letter showing 27,500 USD for 2026-27

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 61
PTE Academic 42
Duolingo 95
IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Financial Evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$10,518 USD
Application fee	$0 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	Business & Workforce Development
Department	Early Childhood Education
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
2 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jul 2027
244 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.