Teaching Transitional Kindergarten
Professional Certificate
Lay the Foundation for a Successful Outcome
Transitional Kindergarten provides an opportunity for children who don't make the kindergarten age cutoff, to build the appropriate proficiencies to become school ready. Join our fully online program and understand the influences that affect children's early development while learning proven techniques to support their cognitive, physical, social and emotional advancement. Demand for transitional kindergarten teachers is on the rise as more districts opt to incorporate TK into their schools. Whether an experienced teacher looking for a change, or a new educator fresh out of school, this program is designed to impart the knowledge and expertise needed to foster an effective learning environment where children can learn fundamental academics, while simultaneously developing maturity and confidence. Make your mark and pave the way to a successful outcome for young learners.
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Est. Tuition $5,560
Learning Format Online
Duration 12 months *
* Duration times can vary talk to your student success coach for more information.Total Units 36 Units
- Influences on children's biological, physical, social-emotional and cognitive development
- Quality teaching practices that address cultural and developmental differences
- Methods for engaging parents and building a collaborative relationship between home and school
- Language development in children ages 0-5 and strategies for working with English learners
- Differentiated instruction techniques for TK-K combination classrooms
- Evidence-based curriculum and bridging the Preschool Learning Foundations with the Common Core State Standards
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Masters Pathway
Transfer all 36 units to earn a Master's degree.- School: California Baptist University
- Location: Riverside, CA
- Program: Master's of Science in Education, Transitional Kindergarten Concentration
- Transferable Units: 36 units are transferable from the Teaching Transitional Kindergarten Certificate
Required Courses
Getting Started
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your eduction, life and work schedules.