The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate is offered by the Department of Curriculum Studies, College of Education. This five course, 15 credit-unit certificate program may be taken concurrently with the Bachelor of Education degree or by Bachelor of Education graduates. It offers educators a means of understanding self, professionalism, and their responsibility to work authentically and meaningfully with young learners and families to build healthy communities and to create stronger foundations for future learning. This certificate program is available for inservice teachers who desire further professional growth opportunities to support their pedagogical and assessment practices.

Program Requirements (15 credit units)

  • ECUR 483.3
  • ECUR 484.3
  • ECUR 485.3
  • ECUR 486.3
  • ECUR 487.3