Bachelor of Science in Education (Birth-2nd Grade)

The Department of Elementary Education offers this program in the following certification area:

Early Childhood Education (B - 2)

Students choosing this program take a broad background of course work geared to prepare them for teaching young children. Fieldwork is done in selected schools on at least two levels from preschool through grade 2. Those successfully completing this program earn a Bachelor of Science in Education and are qualified to receive teaching certification from the State Education Department for children Birth through Second Grade. A minimum of 120 academic credits is needed for the baccalaureate degree with certification.

Acceptance into the Early Childhood Education Program (B - 2)

» Guidelines for Acceptance into the Early Childhood Education Program (B-2)

Requirements B - 2 Curriculum

The required course work falls under four categories:

A. General Education Requirement
B. An approved Early Childhood major
C. Professional Education & Program Requirements
D. Course Descriptions