Early Childhood Education: Option 3 – Initial Licensure (Teacher Workforce), B.A.

Campus Bachelor Full Time
Delivery
Campus
Study mode
Full Time
Level
Bachelor
Starts
Fall and Spring

Introduction

Early Childhood Education: Option 3 – Initial Licensure (Teacher Workforce), B.A. is a Bachelor program taught at Governors State University, USA. Intake: Fall and Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (two-year program) options.

Governors State University offers Early Childhood Education: Option 3 – Initial Licensure (Teacher Workforce), B.A. in an online format for students who already hold an associate’s degree and a Gateways to Opportunity – ECE Credential Level 4. The degree is a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education that leads to multiple educator credentials and endorsements.

The program is a two-year, fully online, asynchronous course of study built for working professionals. Students complete weekly virtual check-ins with a faculty member and do job-embedded field work. The program is delivered in cohorts that begin each Fall and Spring, with support across academic, financial, professional, and personal areas.

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Early Childhood Education: Option 3 – Initial Licensure (Teacher Workforce), B.A. at Governors State University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by Governors State University.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Governors State University as pre-requiste for admission in Early Childhood Education: Option 3 – Initial Licensure (Teacher Workforce), B.A..

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

  • Have an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Arts or Sciences (AA/AS)
  • Minimum 2.0 GPA
  • Have a current Gateways to Opportunity Credential - Level 4
  • Currently work in an Illinois early childhood setting, with at least one year of experience
  • Submit an employer verification letter using the template provided
  • Submit the Interest Form and required documents to Dr. Candace Smith to initiate the pre-admission process
  • Submit unofficial transcripts from all previously attended institutions of higher education, along with your Gateways Professional Development Record or your Gateways Credential certificate

Courses Units

More Information

  • Kindergarten, First-Grade, or Second-Grade Teacher
  • Preschool or Infant/Toddler Teacher
  • Family/Parent Educator or Specialist
  • Child and Family Advocate
  • Assessment Specialist
  • Early Intervention Specialist

Scholarships

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.