CDES Apprenticeship Program

Janet Deusenberry, M.Ed
Director, Child Development and Education Studies Apprenticeship Programs
 deusenberry_janet@sac.edu
 (714) 564-6794

Carla Reyna, MSW
Student Services Coordinator, Educational Apprenticeship Programs, Habla Español
 (714) 564-6916

Elaine Yagerlener
Administrative Clerk, Educational Apprenticeship Programs
 Yagerlener_Elaine@sac.edu
 (714) 564-6958

Educational apprenticeship programs. Earn while you learn!

Santa Ana College is proud to offer innovative registered apprenticeship pathways designed to prepare aspiring educators through structure on the job training and academic instruction. Our programs allow apprentices to gain real world experience, earn wages, and complete college coursework at the same time. Through strong employer partnerships and dedicated student support, apprentices build meaningful careers while making an impact in their communities.

Program Benefits:

  • Mentoring and academic support 

    • Receive guidance from mentors and dedicated support staff

  • Hands on experience

    • Develop practical skills in real classroom and learning settings

  • Pathway to career advancement

    • Build a foundation for continued growth

Program length: 18 months

Application accepted:  Spring and Fall semesters

Prepare for careers in infant, toddler, and preschool education serving children ages 0-6.   Develop the skills needed to support young leaners and families.

What you will learn:

  • Child growth and development
  • Curriculum planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Inclusive teaching practices
  • Family engagement

Career Pathways: 

  • Preschool Teacher Assistant
  • Associate Teacher
  • Preschool Teacher

Program length:  24 months

Application accepted:  Fall semester

Designed for future Bilingual educators who want to support multilingual learners in afterschool and school-aged settings.

What you will learn:

  • Culturally responsive teaching
  • Language development
  • Reading, writing and speaking
  • Student engagement
  • After school program leadership
  • Lesson planning

Career Pathways:

  • Instructional Assistant
  • Expanded Learning Educator
  • Instructional Provider

Become an Apprenticeship

Fill out an interest form for the Child Development and Education Studies Apprenticeship Program today!

Interest Form

NOW Accepting Applications for Spring and Fall Cohorts

  1. Complete Interest Form Here

  2. Be invited to attend an informational session

  3. After attending the informational session, you will be provided with application information

  • Legal right to work in the United States

  • Must be a Santa Ana College student and willing to enroll in all required coursework.

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • High school diploma or equivalent (BEAP)

  • Government-issued ID

  • Required immunizations

  • Health screening/ TB assessment

For program related questions or additional information please contact the Apprenticeship Department at 714-564-6924 or email CDESapprenticeships@sac.edu.

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