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Early Childhood Education Major
Be involved in a child’s success from the beginning.
At a glance
If you enjoy interacting with children and helping families, you may enjoy studying early childhood education. You will take classes about child development and how family, community, and culture play a role in this dynamic period of the lifespan. You’ll learn how environmental and social factors affect physical, cognitive, and emotional development in children ages 0-8 years old (infants-3rd grade). You’ll start with advising and classes in the Department of Human Development and coursework in teacher licensure. The first two years of your program can be completed on-campus or online.
| Degree type | Bachelor of Science | |||
| Format | On campus | |||
| Part of | College of Health and Human Sciences | |||
| Competitive major? | No | |||
| Accelerated option? | No |
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Some Career Options
You’ll graduate ready to apply for state licensure in early childhood education, and will have met requirements for the Large Center Childcare Director Qualification in Colorado. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to begin making a meaningful difference in the community, working in a wide range of childcare areas, including infant-to-toddler programs, in-home or non-home childcare, and public/private schools, serving preschool through the third grade. Many graduates pursue teaching endorsements and advanced degrees to increase their teaching options.
- Preschool – Grade 3 Teacher
- Head Start Teacher/Director
- Childcare Business or Preschool Facility Owner/Operator
- Foster Care Professional
- International Adoption Specialist
- Recreational Therapist
Tour and info session options
Tours may be available as part of Admissions tours and info sessions, offered throughout the year.
For additional opportunities, please reach out to:
College of Health and Human Sciences recruiter at [email protected]
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Want a more in-depth look at this major? Take a look at the program website to learn more.