Alvernia University

Program Information

Degree Offered

At Alvernia students may pursue an Early Childhood (Grades Pre K-4) Teaching Certification independently or in combination with the program in Urban Leadership leading to a Master of Education degree. This program allows students to pursue their Master of Education while getting their Early Childhood (Grades Pre K-4) Teaching Certification at the same time.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Early Childhood (Grades Pre K-4) Teaching Certification program is dedicated to providing instruction in educational theory balanced with current classroom practices. The program focuses on a value-centered approach toward the preparation of caring, uniquely-qualified candidates to address the needs of diverse populations in today's schools. The Early Childhood (Grades Pre K-4) Teaching Certification curriculum prepares students to teach grades kindergarten through fourth.

Accreditation:

The Early Childhood (Grades Pre K-4) Teaching Certification program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Eligibility Requirements:

For consideration for acceptance applicants must submit the following: Completed application form accompanied by a non-refundable $50 application fee, Personal Statement, Official college/institution transcripts, Three letters of recommendation (not required for Principal Certification unless applying for the M.Ed. program with Principal Certification), Passing Praxis Scores (Appropriate Praxis Exams are required for Certification applicants.), and Academic or professional awards (not required, but encouraged).

# of Credits Required:

42 credits (15 class

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$600 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--General

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999