This course covers effective strategies for personnel management and leadership in early care and education settings. The course includes legal and ethical responsibilities, supervision techniques, professional development, and reflective practices for a diverse and inclusive early care and education program. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ECE R112. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: CD R116.

This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of graphic design for print and electronic media. Topics include an overview of the commercial and print industry, basic layout design principles, image preparation, color modes and file preparation for print. Student assignments, encompassing design creativity and technical skills, include branding and logo design, brochures, poster and album art. Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: ART R175. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course presents an overview of the disciplines of community and public health. Topics include the basic concepts and terminologies of public health; an overview of various public health professions and organizations; the study, prevention and control of diseases in the community; the analysis of the social determinants of health; strategies for eliminating disease, illness, and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; school health promotion; environmental health and safety; and an overview of the healthcare delivery system in the United States. Emphasis will be placed on the development of knowledge and preliminary skills to serve as an effective advocate for community and public health. Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: Eligibility for English composition (ENGL R101). Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course covers theoretical and research-based frameworks of stress, stress response, and stress management techniques. Topics include the definition of stress, physiological and psychological effects of stress, sources and causes of stress, and health consequences of chronic stress. Numerous evidence-based techniques to manage and cope with stress will also be covered and practiced. Recommended Prep: Eligibility for ENGL R101. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.