Early Childhood Education at ECU
Students majoring in Early Childhood Education focus on the development and education of young children—from nursery school through third grade. This program leads to Oklahoma state certification for teaching at the early childhood level.
What You’ll Learn
The program helps students:
- Understand the unique needs and characteristics of young children
- Learn how to assess developmental skills in early learners
- Plan and implement age-appropriate learning activities
Academic Requirements
Early Childhood Education majors complete 12 credit hours each in:
- Science
- Mathematics
- Social Studies
- Language Arts
Hands-On Experience
Students gain valuable, real-world experience by working with pre-K through 3rd grade students both before and during the student teaching phase of the program.