This page will provide you with information about courses I teach.  Just click on the button above that corresponds to the course you are interested in. 

For more information about other courses offered in the CDES department, or to find information about Saddleback College Certificates, State of California Permits, tuition reimbursements or the mentor program, click this CDES department link.

Online Tips and Resources: Here are some tips to maximize your academic success.  Just click on each link for more information.

For some general "tips for success" in your online classes, click here

For a blackboard log-in tutorial click here

Trouble-shooting log-in problems click here

General blackboard navigation click here

For the blackboard log-in page, click here (be sure to save it under your "favorites")

To find out how to send your Saddleback email to your home email address click here.

For Frequently asked questions about Blackboard, click here

For ten top reasons students can't access blackboard  click here

CDES 101 - Early Childhood Learning, Play and Programs

Second eight week compressed section offered online March 23-May 21.

CDES 120 - Observation and Assessment-12 week online beginning February 2.

CDES 128 - Administration of Young Children's Settings: Program- this compressed class is offered online January 12-March 22.

CDES 129 - Administration of Young Children's Settings: Management - this compressed class is offered online March 23-May 21.

CDES 121 - Early Childhood Curriculum and Practice II - this is a full semester class which includes 90 hours of student teaching with a qualified mentor teacher.  This should be the last class you complete prior to earning your certificate.  Please contact me for placement information.  This class begins January 12.