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Early Childhood Education Post-Baccalaureate Certification

A post-baccalaureate certification program in early childhood education helps people with a bachelor's degree earn a teaching certificate. This program prepares teachers to meet the needs of students in early childhood education grades PreK-4th grade.

Program details

Admission requirements
Includes a bachelor's degree in any field.

Coursework
Includes classes on early childhood development, literacy, and teaching methods 

Benefits

  • Our program is recognized and certified by Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

  • Allows people to earn a teaching certificate without pursuing a second degree 

  • Helps teachers learn how to create engaging learning environments 

  • Prepares teachers to address changing demands in early childhood education 

  • Students can complete the certification program in as little as 15 months and both certification and Master’s degree in under two years.

  • Classes focus on curriculum, assessment, early childhood development, early intervention, teaching English Language Learners, advanced educational courses in content, pedagogy and instruction.

Admission Requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree in any field
• Passion for working with young learners

At Millersville University, we are committed to developing highly skilled, compassionate educators ready to make a lasting impact in early childhood education. Join us and take the next step toward your teaching career today!

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