Program Overview
BA in Early Childhood Studies
Our bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Studies (ECS) is a 120-unit program designed to be completed in four years for full-time students. Students are required to complete all 120 units with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher to be eligible for graduation. Students are also required to complete two senior projects with a C or higher as a graduation requirements: 1) a Capstone Project which is a comprehensive inquiry project providing students with an opportunity to investigate an early childhood education issue using a culmination of skills learned; and 2) a Professional Portfolio which showcases a collection of the student’s work demonstrating mastery of concepts and skills over a period of time.
Unlike most programs, our curriculum is designed to meet students where they are and accommodate the reality of having to juggle life’s obligations–family, work, and school. Courses are offered remotely and at convenient times for working students with guaranteed course availability and a realistic workload. Graduates of our program are qualified to serve in a variety of roles and capacities in the early childhood field. Over 90% of our alumni are employed in the early childhood field a year after graduation.
