Early Childhood Education: Post-BAC – EC SPED Approval

 

 

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Quick Facts

Professional Coursework: 18 hours
Modality: Courses are offered online - asynchronous & synchronous
Full Program Requirements

Earn Your Early Childhood Special Education Approval (PreK only)

Due to the ongoing teacher shortage, the current generation of children are at risk of receiving inadequate guidance that may impact their educational development. Licensed teachers can earn an advanced certificate to add a subsequent endorsement to their Professional Educator License (PEL).

Program Requirements

  • • Cumulative GPA of 2.75 to be admitted
  • • Must have a valid Professional Educator License (PEL), with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education
  • • Attain a GPA of 3.0 or better in all Professional Education coursework

Scholarship Options

Visit the Financial Aid page for more information on education scholarships.

Contact Us

Dr. Amy Kelly

Dr. Amy Kelly
Program Coordinator, ECE
akelly5@govst.edu
708-235-2118

Carla Johnson

Carla Johnson
Graduate Advisor
cjohnson@govst.edu
708-235-3989

<b>How to Apply</b>

How to Apply

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<b>Cost and Financial Aid</b>

Cost and Financial Aid

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<b>Scholarships</b>

Scholarships

At GovState, many scholarships are available and can make your education even more affordable!

<b>Program Catalog</b>

Program Catalog

You can find the complete guide to graduation requirements for your degree, as well as descriptions for each course, in our program catalog.

<b>Program Faculty</b>

Program Faculty

Our favorable faculty-student ratios ensure lots of individual attention from our dedicated faculty members.

<b>All Academic Programs</b>

All Academic Programs

We offer many options for undergraduate degrees and minors, and even several 5-year programs that lead to completion of a Masters degree as well!

<b>Student Organizations</b>

Student Organizations

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<b>On-campus Residence</b>

On-campus Residence

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<b>Campus Location</b>

Campus Location

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