California University Of Pennsylvania

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Education in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education Track

Format: Online

Program Description:

The Master of Education in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood-Certification only is a completely online 33 credit graduate program for certified teachers interested in gaining additional certification in Early Childhood Education. The curriculum is aligned with National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards. Graduate students in the early childhood education degree program will apply knowledge of child development, families, and best teaching practices to a variety of educational settings including public schools pre-kindergarten to grade four primary programs, preschool programs, Head Start, child care, parenting and family support programs.

New career opportunities have evolved for educators with a strong background in the early childhood field of education. This degree will enable the early childhood educator to meet the specific needs of children and work with parents and other adults to nurture children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth n a child development framework. There are two options within the early childhood education program: A master's degree and certification with thesis, action research, or internship (33 credits); A certification only program with thesis, action research, or internship (24 credits). It required that the internship be completed if you do not have early childhood experience (i.e., formal work and/or teaching experience working with Pre-K children).

Accreditation:

California University of Pennsylvania is accredited by the Commission of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and various program-based agencies.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Fringe Town

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999