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Child Development

Child Development

Welcome to the Los Angeles Valley College Child Development Department. Our goal is to prepare you with the practical experience necessary to become an expert member of the early childhood workforce. At the Los Angeles Valley College Child Development Department, we feel that early childhood shapes our future society. Therefore, through emphasizing theory and best practices, you will be provided with an in-depth understanding of the whole child in relation to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. We will also focus on science, technology, English, art, and math (STEAM) education, understanding that such study greatly increases student success.

We offer an AA degree and seven different certificates, which allow you a broad spectrum of opportunities. You may wish to teach, become a program director, or become a childcare owner. The possibilities are endless. If you choose to move beyond an AA Degree, our program prepares you to transfer to a four-year university and receive a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in this or a related field. Not only are child development related careers rewarding on a personal level, but they can be financially rewarding, as well.

We have placed many students into excellent work sites. If you are considering a career teaching transitional kindergarten, we are pleased to inform you that Los Angeles County Childcare is offering stipends to transitional kindergarten teachers. If you are considering a career teaching elementary school, we are happy to announce that Los Angeles Unified School District is always looking for new teachers. For more information about our department and programs, please enjoy our website, or contact us.

Sincerely,

Elmida Baghdaserians, Ed.D.
Chair & Professor, Child Development

Contact
Chairperson Elmida Baghdaserians
Phone (818) 778-5502
Email @email
Office Location Child Development Family Complex (CDFC) CDD 173
Office Hours Drop in on Wednesdays 10:00am-1:00pm, or by appointment
Department Child Development
Pathway Health & Public Service

Programs

Child Development Degrees and Certificates

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Degrees

The AA degrees in Child Development/ECE are designed for the students who are interested in learning about development, emphasizing theory and best practices, you will be provided with an in-depth understanding of the whole child in relation to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. We also focus on science, technology, English, art, and math (STEAM) education, understanding that such study greatly increases student success.
We offer an AA degree and seven different certificates, which allow you a broad spectrum of opportunities and specializations. You may wish to teach, become a program director, or become a childcare owner. The possibilities are endless. Below is the list of all degrees we offer. To apply for any of the following certificates or degrees, please contact our CTE counselor Ratha Koam at @email or visit admission and records to apply in person .

Child Development AA
Early Childhood Education AA
Special Education AA.
Early Childhood Education AS-T Newly Adopted K-12 Teaching Degrees Elementary Teacher Education. Liberal Studies: Multiple Subject Teacher Prep

Certificates

Each of our certificates focus on a specialization in Early Childhood Education such as working with preschoolers, young children with exceptional needs, administration, infants& toddlers, school-age children and literacy. Please see the list below.

Certificate A	Child Development: Associate Teacher, Preschool
Certificate B	Child Development: Director, Preschool
Certificate C	Child Development: School Age Programs Teacher, Day Care
Certificate D	Child Development: Infant/Toddler Care Teacher
Certificate E	Child Development: Associate Teacher, Preschool, Literacy Emphasis
Certificate F	Child Development: Teacher, Preschool, Special Education Emphasis

Child Development Teacher /Certificate Of Achievement

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Faculty

Full-time Faculty

Name	Contact Information
Dr. Elmida Baghdaserians	@email
Tracey Dickson- Baca	@email
Rose Drmandjian	@email
Dr. Veronica Getskow	@email

Adjunct Faculty

Name	Contact Information
Debra Pourroy	@email
Heidi Taglyan-Kourouyan	@email
Carolina Mendez	@email
Renee Berg	@email
Dr. Dana Kalek	@email
Joanny Iaccino	@email
Madlen Aslanian	@email
Lisa Brauer	@email
Carrie Reed	@email
Dr. La Tanga Hardy	@email
Evelyn Paz-Durocher	@email
Shoshana Grattidge	@email

Faculty Profiles

BA in Human Development, MA in Counseling, Ed. D. Educational Psychology- Organizational Leadership
Teaches Growth and Development, Child in Diverse Society, Administration and Curriculum.
Fun Fact - I'm a parent of 2 teens, I play tennis, love to travel and enjoying kayaking with my family
Pronouns: Her/She

AA in Liberal Arts and Sciences, BA in Sociology, MA in Educational Psychology -Early Childhood Education
Teaches Child Growth and Development, Teaching in a Diverse Society, Positive Guidance in Early Childhood Settings
Fun Fact- loves hiking
Pronouns: she/her/hers

B.A. in Psychology and M.S. in Child and Family Studies at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Teaches Growth and Development, Curriculum, Practices and Principles, Child/Family/Community, and Parenting
Fun Fact: Thanks to my childhood experiences with my grandmother, I love to cook!
Pronouns: She/Her

BA in Elementary Education, Winona State University MA in Early Childhood Education, CSUN and Ph.D in Education , UCLA.
Teaches- Child Health, Principals and Practices and Children's Literature
Fun Fact- I have 5 kids and 13 grandchildren, I'm a published author, I love children's books
Pronouns: She / her

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