Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Southern Illinois University Carbondale - INTO

The early childhood program values the education of children from birth up to eight years of age. This time period is hugely important in the field of education and you can make a difference in young lives with a degree in early childhood. This program is designed to prepare students to apply for a State of Illinois Professional Educator License upon graduation and begin careers as early childhood educators.While advancing through the required curriculum you will attain professional competency through purposeful academic work and clinical performance in the field. The University Core Curriculum (UCC) requirements allow each student to gain a broad knowledge in important areas of study to teach the future generations. Through foundation skills such as written and oral communication, disciplinary studies in arts and science, and integrative studies focusing on human diversity, the UCC is the foundation of your education.