Children’s Center

Enrollment Applications

Can anyone enroll their child/children at the Children’s Center?

Priority is given to children of students at Cal State Fullerton. An additional twenty spaces are available for the children of CSUF faculty & staff. We sometimes have spaces for others after enrollment is complete. Because the Center runs on the campus academic year, and is closed for campus observed holidays, it is not always the best option for non-students. Enrollment applications are due four times per year. Once your child is accepted, we’ll do our best to provide continuous care each semester. If your schedule is flexible and you’re not looking for full-time care, were often a good match for your needs.

Is financial aid available?

Yes, the Children’s Center offers state subsidized childcare. Subsidy applications are available at the Children’s Center and can be picked up when an enrollment application is filled out.

Is there a waiting list?

Because the Children’s Center offers a flexible, hourly scheduled program, there is not a standard waiting list. Rather, our waiting list is maintained by CareWait. Once you submit your application you will automatically be entered on the waiting list. Returning parents have priority, and then we enroll new children in the remaining spaces. The days and times that you request will be a determining factor in being admitted. Referrals to alternate childcare locations are available upon request.

Why do applications have to be turned in every term?

Student parents needs for childcare vary as their class schedules change each semester which necessitates a need for updated applications for every semester that a parent is requesting childcare.

Who can apply?

We are looking for dependable students who are open to new ideas, excited about learning, and who enjoy working with babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers. We currently offer internships to students majoring in Child & Adolescent Studies, Psychology, and Human Services.

What you’ll do

Intern duties and responsibilities vary depending on the classroom to which you are assigned. You will be asked to participate as part of a team with Master Teachers and student staff in the care and education of preschool children. You will work with individual children, small groups of children, and the larger group in the learning environment. You will have the opportunity to observe, assess needs, and plan developmentally appropriate activities to meet needs and interests of the children. The average involvement for internships with academic credit is 5-8 hours per week. Interns will be scheduled for 2-4 hours on alternating days and on Fridays from 1:30 – 3:00PM during staff meetings.

What we’ll offer you

You will gain experience in all aspects of working with children in the learning environment: physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and creative. You will set goals for yourself and plan activities for children. You will participate in weekly staff meetings and staff training sessions designed to help you learn more about working and communicating with children. And best of all you will be someone important in the life of a child.

How to apply

Download the internship application and turn it in at the Children’s Center. For more information, call (657) 278-4265 or email Assistant Director, Sonia Nunez.