Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education builds upon students’ prior knowledge and strengthens their foundation of early childhood education. Students will develop and refine their teaching philosophy, gain a better understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age 8, and have practical experiences in the classroom setting. Field experiences and the internship include a variety of ages and settings. This degree provides an alternate path to teacher certification for the Preschool Education subject area test.
Florida Gateway College Online
Students must demonstrate competence in reading, math, or language through placement examination or by passing the appropriate reading, math or language courses, if not exempt by state board of education rule 6A-10.0315. A student who does not achieve minimum scores will be required to take developmental educations classes in English, math, reading, and SLS 1501 the College Experience.
Classes are delivered online.
Salaries range from $26,679 to $55,210 per year.
Graduates of this program have a variety of career position opportunities, including child care and teaching positions.
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Associate of Arts Degree: 61 credit hours
Upper Division Courses: 60 credit hours