150 EduE
412 Library Drive
Duluth, MN 55812
United States
About This Program
The Early Childhood Education major, culminating in a Bachelor of Applied Science degree and a recommendation for Early Childhood teacher licensure in Minnesota, offers an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to prepare students for a myriad of roles within the early childhood education sector. This program not only provides a deep dive into foundational understandings on child development, social justice, and leadership but also emphasizes practical experiences through various field experiences across child care, preprimary, and elementary settings. With a focus on developing a comprehensive understanding of how to support the holistic development of young learners, the program curriculum covers health, safety and wellbeing, developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive practices, as well as the importance of connecting family, school, and culture. The program also prepares graduates to address the diverse needs of all children, with a focus on working with Indigenous students and multilingual learners.
Program Highlights
- Leads to Minnesota licensure birth-grade 3 Leadership, management, and advocacy development
- Emphasis on cultural responsiveness, play-based learning, and holistic child development
Research & Experiential Learning
- Field experiences with infants/toddlers, preschool, and Kindergarten through grade 3
- Faculty have active research happening with play-based learning
- Community based partnerships, for example Family Freedom Center
- Faculty are active in the Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children
Potential Careers
- Preschool teacher
- K-grade 3 teacher
- Head-start teacher
- Early childhood education coordinator
Get Involved
- Education Minnesota Aspiring Educators (EMAE) Club
Requirements
Refer to the link below for more detailed information about the program, admission requirements, sample plans, and contact information.
Early Childhood Education B.A.Sc. Courses & Requirements