Early Childhood Education

BA in Early Childhood Education

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The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education is designed for students seeking South Carolina teaching certification in grades Pre-K-3.

Early childhood education majors benefit from engaging hands-on experiences, opportunities to integrate theory with teaching practice as well as extensive field and clinical experiences in local schools. This program provides students with a broad academic background and the professional knowledge, skills and dispositions needed for elementary teachers in grades Pre-K-3. 

The curriculum focuses on:

  • Instructional strategies
  • Teaching methodologies
  • Assessment techniques
  • Theories of child growth and development
  • Elementary school curriculum
  • Unique learning needs of exceptional students

The program has embedded clinical experiences throughout the coursework.

The Early Childhood Education program is a 123 credit-hour program. All students seeking to complete the BA in Early Childhood Education degree must be admitted formally into the Professional Program after completion of their General Education and Pre-Professional coursework (see the EPP Handbook on this site for additional Professional Program requirements).

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Klayre King
“I love USCB and the whole Education Department. My professors made my experience here at USCB outstanding and provided me with all the knowledge and opportunities to excel in my profession.”
Klayre King
Former Education Club President, Student Ambassadors and Admissions office, Student Orientation Leader. Class of 2025 - Major in Early Childhood Education