Early childhood educators play an essential role in shaping children’s lifelong views of learning. The Early Childhood Education program prepares students for careers relating to the early learning and care of children from birth to age twelve. Students learn how to design, apply, and evaluate holistic educational programs, as well as develop skills related to observation, documentation, reflective practice, professionalism, leadership, and relationships. In this program, students also acquire knowledge and ability in the areas of child guidance, language and literacy development, health and safety, diversity and inclusiveness, and child development.

