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Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Northeastern Illinois University

5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, USA

6158

Last updated: 15/09/2024
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About Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Program Description

Upon complete of this program, students will meet current State of Illinois standards for Early Childhood Education (ECED) licensure.

Students will:

  • Develop skills, insights and attitudes crucial to effective teaching of young children
  • Develop knowledge of the education of young children from birth to eight years of age
  • Become aware of Early Childhood education program models and designs
  • Develop necessary pedagogical competencies for teaching young children
  • Utilize current research and exposure to classroom practices to understand how young children develop and learn
  • Become familiar with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), its principles, guidelines and ethics for working with young children.

The Goodwin College of Education offers flexible day, evening and weekend classes. Students get personalized attention from skilled professors in small class sizes, and gain connections to internships, career fairs and educational conferences. 

Students who complete the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education can find a career in public or private sector positions, such as preschool teacher, kindergarten teacher, teacher assistant, early childhood recreational administrators

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Cost and Duration


Program Level
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Average Graduate Diploma
4 Year Bachelor's Degree Including An Internship
Cost of Living
$14,000.00 USD / Year
Gross Tuition
$25,857.00 USD / First Year
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