Early Education and Care (B.S.)
Research shows that quality care and education for young children is critically important, and the demand for qualified teachers of young children is great. The Early Education and Care course at South Dakota State University is an online undergraduate program provided by seven universities working in collaboration.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August, January
Tuition Fee
$ 430 per credit
Location
Online
About the program
This program will prepare you to work in early childhood settings with young children, especially those whose family members are highly mobile.
When students complete the program they will be qualified to work in a variety of programs that offer early care and education in the community and on military installations.
Some of the Early Education and Care course at South Dakota State University include: childcare centers and homes, infant/toddler and preschool programs, Head Start programs, and before and after-school programs for children ages birth to eight.
Career Opportunities
- Child care provider
- Preschool teacher
- Para-professional
- Head start or early head start
- Afterschool or boys & girls clubs
Courses Included
- Early Experience and Lab
- Health, Safety and Nutrition of Young Children
- Child Development – Birth to 3
- Child Development – 4 to 8
- Child Guidance and Classroom Environments
- Professional Development for Early Childhood Education Providers
- Diversity in the Lives of Young Children and Families
- Technology and Young Children