Early Childhood Education (Birth-2)
Bachelor of Science
Empire State University
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- Delivery Mode
- 100% Online
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- Total Credits
- 124
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- Degree Level
- Bachelor of Science
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- Contact Us
- 518-587-2100 ext. 2429
Earn your bachelor degree online
You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students
Students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program will examine the processes involved in teaching and learning for children from birth through grade 2. The program philosophy is rooted in the Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators (NAEYC, 2020) and the core body of knowledge, skills, values, and dispositions early childhood educators must demonstrate to effectively promote the development, learning, and well- being of all young children. The curriculum provides a strong foundation in planning and implementing intentional, developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate learning experiences that encourage the social and emotional development, physical development and health, cognitive development, language and literacy development, and general learning competencies of each child served utilizing evidence-based practices. The majority of this program will be virtual with some evening virtual study groups, in-person observation hours, and practicum student teaching placements in the community.
- What's a bachelor's degree?
- A bachelor’s degree usually takes four years to complete as a full-time student and mixes general education courses with specific courses tied to your major.
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What's it like to earn this degree online?
Let's put your mind at ease about online learning
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- 100% Online
- This program is presented 100% online. You will not be expected to attend any classes on campus.
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- Classes on your schedule
- Courses are semester based and classwork can be completed around your work and family commitments. There is no set time where you are required to log in to attend class.
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- Same faculty as on-campus
- The faculty that teach online classes are the same faculty that students learn from on-campus.
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- Personal concierge
- You will have one person who acts as a single point of contact for any and all questions you may have.
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- Learn by doing
- Participate in field experiences such as internships, clinical placements, and service learning to apply your academic knowledge in the world.
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- Credit for prior knowledge
- Get college credit for experience that you have already gained at school or in the workforce.
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- Access to a personal tutor
- You will have access to a tutor when you need assistance with any of your classes.
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How do I enroll?
Follow these steps to start your application
- Go to the online application
- Create an account
- Complete the forms or save for later
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit any supplemental materials, if required
- Send in your academic records
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