Is the bachelor's in Early Childhood Education program for me?
If you have an associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent), experience in the early
childhood field, and want to move ahead or get certified to teach at the primary level, this program is ideal for you.
We offer B.A. in Early Childhood Education students these program options:
- Program Administration
- Teacher Certification
- Language and Literacy
- Special Education
- Infant-Toddler
- Bilingual-Bicultural
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What will I learn in the bachelor's in Early Childhood Education program?
Our bachelor's degree program provides classroom theory and hands-on, work-based learning. You'll gain practical experience, including how to:
- Apply research-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Assess programming and instructional strategies
- Incorporate brain development, multi-cultural and anti-bias practices
- Build relationships with families and communities
- Plan fun, culturally relevant activities that nurture cognitive, physical, social and emotional development
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What can I do with my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education?
As long as people have children, there will be a demand for people who can help them learn. The B.A. degree in Early
Childhood Education will prepare you for a career as a program administrator, supervisor or specialist. If you include
the teacher certification option and pass the state exam, you can become a preschool-through-third grade teacher.
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Why CityU?
- Because you want an education that's relevant to what's happening in the real world, right now.
- Our faculty teach what they do for a living, not just what's in the book. They're smart, successful people who can help you get there, too.
- You'll go through the program with the same group of students. It's like a built-in support group.
- Over 500 people every year choose CityU to start or advance their career in education.
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How to get started:
If you have undergrad credits to transfer and want to become a ECE teacher, you may be eligible to apply. Here's how:
Note: You'll need to pass the Washington Educator Skills Test–Basic (WEST-B) Exam before starting any teacher
certification program. Check out the WEST-B Exam Web site for more info. Be sure to talk with an
academic advisor to see if there are any other requirements for this program.
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Required Prerequisites (90 credits required including):
This program is designed for those with an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Some applicants without the
degree (but with 90 transferable credits and significant ECE coursework or experience) may be accepted with Program
Coordinator approval. Please contact an advisor for more details or if you have questions.
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