The AS-T (Associates of Science) Transfer Degree in Early Childhood Education
This degree is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU or articulated private college or university program.
When an "AA" or "AS" Degree has a T after it, it's considered "A Degree with a Guarantee." Students completing the degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major; they may also be guaranteed admission to participating private institutions. A student graduating with an Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (Early Childhood Education AS-T) may transfer to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child and Adolescent Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Communication, Human Services, Liberal Studies or related field.
Another option for those interested in earning a teaching credential are ITEP (Integrated Teacher Education Program) Degrees which offer a 60 unit program to complete the Bachelor's and Credential. We partner closely with San Francisco State University's ITEP Programs and Graduate College of Education.
Guaranteed Admission to San Francisco State University for CCSF Graduates
San Francisco State Department of Child and Adolescent Development
Explore Early Childhood Education
Studying Child Development and Family Studies can lead to a variety of different jobs or career paths.
- Early Childhood Teacher
- Early Childhood Director
- Youth Worker
- Family Support Liaison
- Inclusion Teacher
- Child Development Professor (after you earn your Master's or PhD. Degree!)
- And more!
Program Options & Pathway
We recommend you begin with the Associate Teacher Certificate, then choose an area of focus for your next 18 (Infant/Toddler; ECE Practitioner, Inclusive Education) or (Administration) 20 unit Certificate. All of these certificates "stack" to the CDEV AS Degree and the ECE AS-T Degree. That means that short-term certificates are built as building blocks that lead up to the AS and AS-T Degrees.
Please note that the course maps provided are just an example to help you get started. Please make an appointment with a counselor to create your personalized EdPlan and make sure you are taking the classes that best fit your goals.
Completion Requirements
Students who wish to earn the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T) must complete 60 semester units of degree-applicable courses with at least a 2.0 grade point average. This must include the units required for full completion of the Cal-GETC curriculum and the units for the major as specified below. Each course in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) or better. Courses used to meet the major requirement may also be used to meet Cal-GETC requirements.
The minimum time for completion is 4 semesters; completion time will vary based on student preparation and number of units completed per semester.
Program Options
Please note that the course maps provided are just an example to help you get started. Please meet with a counselor to personalize the plan to you and your Academic goals.
Transfer Options
All area CSU's and private institutions provide transfer continuity. SFSU specifically offers a variety of emphasis areas within the SFSU Child and Adolescent Development Department, for those interested in pursuing careers with children and youth. USF also offers a transfer pathway for CCSF students, and a Dual Degree Program for future teachers.
San Francisco State University offers PK-3 Credential, Early Childhood Special Education Credential, Multiple Subjects Elementary Credential and ITEP Programs. They also offer Bilingual Authorization in Spanish & Chinese (with Teaching Credential).
If you're interested in teaching middle or high school, you can major in the subject you want to teach. The SFSU Single Subject Credential Program offers examples. Future credentialed teachers need a BA or BS degree AND a California teaching credential. Local teacher credential programs include: SFSU, USF, SFUSD and other private and public options within the SF Bay Area. SFSU also offers the SF Scholars Program, a blended Master's and BA Program for Special Educators and Multiple ITEP (Integrated Teacher Education Programs).
Have questions about transfer? Visit the Transfer Center for help, transfer information, and/or to speak with college representatives.