Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education
- Teacher Credentialing Preparation Program (Multiple Subject)
- Graduate Certificate in Special Education
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration
- Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education
- Teacher Credentialing Preparation Program (Single Subject)
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Education Specialist
- Bachelor of Education
- Master of Arts in Education
- Doctor of Education
This graduate certificate program in Early Childhood Education is designed for teachers in a pre-school setting who want to enhance their career and deepen their knowledge of early childhood education and classroom management.
Tuition Rate:
$5,085
(including fees)
Monthly Payment Plan:
$375 per month
Program Learning Outcomes
- Examine the diverse needs, characteristics and multiple influences on the development of children, as appropriate to children birth through age 8.
- Demonstrate content and pedagogical knowledge necessary for successful performance in field settings
- Assess developmentally appropriate curriculum, methods and teaching practices.
- Design developmentally appropriate activities that adhere to industry standards.
- Apply oral and written communication skills and research practices to discuss information related to early childhood education issues and topics.
Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education: 12 Credits
Applicants interested in pursuing a graduate certificate in Early Childhood Education must meet the general admission requirements for GRADUATE ADMISSIONS.
For more information about the program requirements and completion refer to the University Catalog.
Refer to the University Catalog for Tuition and Fees.
Courses:
This course focuses on the design and implementation of individualized and culturally responsive learning opportunities and curriculum for young children with and without disabilities in inclusive early childhood environments (i.e., child care centers, preschool, Head Start, early elementary school). Students will deepen their understanding of and ways of responding to young learners with a wide range of abilities and diverse backgrounds.
This course examines strategies to develop language, literacy, and communication in young children with varying abilities. It explores the importance of adult-child interaction and the effect of bilingualism, cultural diversity, cognitive ability, and language disorders.
This course provides a foundation in program content and methodology for the teaching of language and literacy, the arts, and physical activity and physical education to young children, including children with special needs. Curricular content, modifications, integration of content area standards, the impact of new technology, and cultural and sociopolitical contexts are explored.
This course examines developmentally effective strategies used in managing a positive learning environment within the framework of today’s diverse early childhood population. Topics include classroom management strategies, professional standards of practice for early childhood education, theories of motivation in young learners, managing diverse classrooms and families.