Online Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Certificate
The Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Certificate program provides early childhood educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to teach effectively in a TK classroom. This program is designed to meet the NAEYC standards and California’s foundations and frameworks.
Completing the TK Certificate program covers the 24 units in childhood development to fulfill the requirements of the recently amended Education Code of California. The transitional kindergarten program is entirely online.
Advisement Sheet Transitional Kindergarten Certificate
Enrollment in the Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Certificate program online is open to teachers who hold a preliminary or K-8 teaching credential and is designed to be completed in two semesters (four terms) before teaching TK. Courses cover the skills necessary to teach effectively in a TK classroom and include the NAEYC standards and California’s foundations and frameworks. The TK Certificate includes eight courses of three units each for 24 total units. Students can expect to complete the program in two semesters (four terms).
Courses
The core courses for transitional kindergarten teacher requirements emphasize child development. These courses go beyond the basic curriculum of an ECE degree. Students who are enrolled in the TK certificate program learn about program administration, student management, and classroom management to help facilitate a successful learning experience for young children.
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 500 - Advanced Seminar in ECE | 3 |
| ECE 510 - Understanding Assessment & Research in ECE | 3 |
| ECE 530 - Public Policy & Its Impact on Children & Families | 3 |
| ECE 540 - Creating Responsive Communities for All Families | 3 |
| ECE 600 - Impact of Privilege & Oppression in EDE Settings | 3 |
| ECE 653 - Death, Divorce, and Difficult Times | 3 |
| ECE 654 - Trauma, Culture & Immigration | 3 |
| ECE 656 - Trauma and Early Development | 3 |
- Application
- Application Fee
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission & values of Pacific Oaks College
- Preliminary or clear K-8 teaching credential
For more details, please visit the Admissions Requirements page.
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