Early childhood education prepares students to work with young children in a variety of settings: infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and the primary grades. Students learn skills needed to teach reading, writing, art, mathematics, music, and science, as well as the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to nurture literacy in young children.

Our graduates are well trained to teach in child development centers and preschool programs, or as kindergarten aides or after-school caregivers.

Special Opportunities

Students gain real-world classroom experience through the student teaching component of the program, which places them directly in schools working with children.

Careers

An early childhood education degree is a great foundation for the following careers: Head Start teacher, preschool teacher, special education assistant, school-age teacher, infant-toddler teacher, preschool director, or owner of a child care center.

Degree Programs

Associate of Science with a Concentration in Early Childhood Education
Master of Science in Early Childhood Education

Learn about certificate programs to enhance your education.

Early Childhood Education degree requirements
Early Childhood Education courses

For more information, contact:
School of Education
Greenlawn Hall 101
(574) 520- 4845