Early Childhood Education


	Featured Education School: Walden University

The US Department of Labor predicts an excellent job outlook for early childhood educators primarily due to a shortage of qualified teachers, those teachers expected to retire in the next ten years and those who decide to leave their teaching careers after only a few years. In some areas there may be strong competition, while other districts may offer incentives for relocating. If you are interested in pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education you should enjoy working with children and have a passion for their education and success.

Profession Development
An early childhood educator can expect to take courses in child growth and development, guidance, and theory application. If you are currently working in child care this degree may help you qualify for opportunities in the school system as a preschool, kindergarten, or elementary school teacher. Through this degree you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and help shape and influence a lifelong love for learning. Job opportunities are expected to grow steadily and there will be greater demand for those with more educational achievements.

A More Rewarding Career
Most people who turn to early childhood education do so out of a deep-seated love for working with young children. The opportunity to assist the next generations at the earliest developmental stages has a strong appeal. If you feel this way you might find this degree helps launch a career where love and learning can be part of your daily routine at work.

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		Walden University Since 1970, Walden University has helped adult learners balance their personal and professional commitments while earning a respected Ph.D., master’s degree, or bachelor’s degree online. Walden is accredited, and considered one of the most respected and experienced distance-delivered institutions. At Walden, you’ll interact with other successful, career-driven peers, gain real-world knowledge from distinguished faculty, and accomplish all your goals with extensive student services and financial aid. Programs offered in management, education, psychology and health and human services.

		University of Phoenix With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you’re seeking an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work—and much sooner than you might expect. In fact, University of Phoenix has helped thousands of students achieve the higher education they need to achieve higher success. We can help you too. Find out more. Click here to request more information.

		Argosy University Come explore the historical, philosophical, psychological, technical aspects of education and institutional administration in a collaborative environment that fosters innovative thinking. Argosy University's College of Education and Human Development equips students with tools to reach their personal and professional goals in this demanding field. Focus your studies in the area that matches your interests and aspirations. Gain more than theoretical knowledge from a faculty that shares their depth of current, practical experience through a hands-on approach to learning.

		Capella University Capella University is committed to delivering academic excellence online to our more than 19,000 learners. As an accredited university, we offer online undergraduate degrees in business and information technology and graduate degrees in business, education, human services, information technology, and psychology. Enrollment advisors and career counseling services are available to answer your questions. Contact us to learn more.

		Jones International University® Earn a high-quality degree that will make a difference in your career. Jones International University® offers self-paced degree specializations in Business, IT, Education, and Communications, tailored to your needs. Learn from a world-class faculty with students residing in over 70 countries. You'll learn from the brightest minds from leading universities, including Stanford, Columbia, and Georgetown. Founded in 1993, JIU™ is the first regionally accredited online university providing quality education for busy adults. Click here to find out more.

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