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Associate of Early Childhood Intervention Assistant
- Riverside, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Associate of Science in Early Childhood Intervention Assistant at Riverside City College, 34 major units.
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 core knowledge in Early Childhood Intervention Assistant. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.
Career outcomes
- Early childhood intervention
Curriculum
- Two-year associate degree with 34 major units plus general education and other graduation requirements from the college catalog. Coursework named on the pathway page includes Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
- Child Growth and Development
- Introduction to Curriculum
- Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children and Introduction to Children with Special Needs. The plan includes work experience
- Practicum or internship units.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Or age over 18 (minors by special admission)
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 45
- IELTS 4.5
- Duolingo 75 or other accepted proof
- Exemptions listed)
- Passport and Proof of Funding Form for the I-20
- No GPA or SAT/ACT stated.
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent, Or age over 18 (minors by special admission), Proof of funds for the I-20, Certified English translation of diploma if not in English, Transcripts of prior US college work if any.
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5
- TOEFL iBT 45
- TOEFL PBT 450
- PTE Academic 30
- Duolingo 75
- IELTS Academic 4.5
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Personal statement or essay where required
- Recommendations where required
- Financial support evidence for immigration documentation.
How to apply
- Visit the official website. Review the international student entry requirements and term deadline. Complete the online college application and pay the application fee. Submit passport details
- Proof of funding
- English proficiency evidence
- required academic records. Wait for admission and receive the I-20. Apply for the F-1 student visa with the required financial evidence. Complete health insurance and enrollment requirements before study begins.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $12,336 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Riverside City College (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Education and Teacher Preparation |
| Department | Early Childhood Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 34 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Riverside City College offers merit-based, Program-specific, Or institutional scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Award availability, Value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days leftProgram starts
June 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $12,336 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $13,829 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5, TOEFL iBT 45, TOEFL PBT 450, PTE Academic 30, Duolingo 75, IELTS Academic 4.5.

