University of Hartford

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.Ed. Early Childhood

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Early Childhood Education program is designed to prepare teachers at the graduate level to work in school settings with all children between birth and kindergarten and/or nursery and third grade. Early Childhood Education has a developmental focus on the young child in the context of the family, school, and community. The ability to work with students with special needs is fully integrated into the curriculum. Graduates are able to work in public or private schools as well as in community-based programs. The MEd in Early Childhood Education can be a full- or part-time program. Most students complete it in 2.5 years enrolling in courses that meet one evening per week. It is designed for those who might be working full time. There is a day commitment at the end of your coursework for your student teaching component.

Accreditation:

Certification programs at the University of Hartford are approved by the National Council for Accred

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999