NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE · UNITED STATES
Early Childhood Education – Birth through Four
Bachelor's · Taught in en
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- 4-Year ProgramDuration
- 120 CreditsTotal Credits
- $41,738Average Salary (National)
The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Birth through Four program is designed to prepare students for careers working with children aged 0-4 years in various settings. This degree offers a pathway for advancement in the early childhood field. Students who have already earned an Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education at NWF State College can complete the Bachelor's degree by taking an additional 18 hours of General Education classes. Students with an Associate of Arts degree will also need to complete the state-mandated prerequisite courses before entering the upper-division technical coursework for the Bachelor's program. The program consists of 120 credit hours and is a 4-year program.
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Birth through Four program requires 120 credit hours. The program is structured as a 4-year degree.
- Year 1-2 (Associate Level)
- Year 3-4 (Upper Division)
- General Education Courses
- Early Childhood Education Technical Courses
Careers
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education – Birth through Four program are prepared to work in programs serving young children (ages 0-4) and for advancement in the Early Childhood career field. Common employment settings include public and private schools and childcare centers.
- Preschool Teacher
Entry requirements
Associate of Science in Early Childhood EducationCompletion of the AS degree at NWF State College, including the seven state-mandated prerequisite courses.
Associate of ArtsCompletion of the AA degree and the seven state-mandated prerequisite courses. Additional technical classes will be required during upper division coursework after admission to the program.
Additional admissions requirements may apply. Please refer to the 'Additional Admissions Requirements' link and the ECE handbook for specific details.
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How to apply
1. Complete Prerequisite CoursesEnsure you have completed the seven state-mandated prerequisite courses for Early Childhood Education. If you are entering with an Associate of Science degree from NWF State College, these are typically included.
2. Gain Admission to the ProgramAfter completing prerequisites, you must be formally admitted to the Early Childhood Education program for upper-division coursework. This may involve a separate application process for selective programs.
3. Complete General Education and Technical CoursesUpon admission, you will complete the remaining required General Education classes (18 hours for AS graduates) and specialized Early Childhood Education technical courses.
4. Submit ApplicationUse the provided application link to submit your admission application.