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Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Childhood Education | Early Childhood Education
Area of study
Education
Minor
Curriculum Design for Early Learners | Child Care Provider/Assistant
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education program at UNLV prepares students for careers in early childhood education. The program offers both licensure and non-licensure tracks, and includes core courses in curriculum, teaching methods, and special education. Graduates are qualified for positions such as licensed teachers, preschool providers, and day care administrators.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (ECE) program at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) prepares students to excel in early childhood education by equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the teaching and learning of young children. Students may choose a B.S. in ECE that leads to licensure or non-licensure status.


Outline:

The ECE program at UNLV consists of the following requirements:

  • General Education Requirements: 36-44 credits
  • ECE Core Requirements (Licensure Track): 80-90 credits
  • ECE Core Requirements (Administrative/Non-Licensure Track): 75 credits
  • The ECE Core Requirements for both the Licensure Track and the Administrative/Non-Licensure Track include the following courses:
  • ECE 250: Orientation to Early Childhood Education
  • ECE 251: Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
  • ECE 299: Practicum for Infants/Toddlers
  • ECE 431: Teaching Communications Skills to Young Children
  • ECE 441: Play Theory, Creativity, and Aesthetics in Early Childhood Education
  • ECE 453: Methods for Early Childhood Education I: Social Sciences
  • ECE 454: Methods in Early Childhood Education II: Math and Science
  • ECE 456: Positive Discipline in Early Childhood Programs
  • ECE 457: Working with Families in Early Childhood Education
  • ECE 463: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
  • EDSP 471: Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education
  • EDSP 473: Developmental Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education
  • EDSP 474: Curriculum Development in Early Childhood Special Education
  • EDRL 470: Policies, Critical Issues and Best Practices for Pre-K and Elementary ELs
  • EDSP 475: Strategies for Teaching Young Children with Disabilities
  • EDRL 471: Theory and Practice for Academic English Language Development
  • EDRL 474: Methods and Curriculum for Teaching English Language
  • EDRL 475: Assessment and Evaluation of English Language Learners
  • EDRL 480: English Language Acquisition and Development (ELAD) Practicum

Careers:

Possible career paths for graduates of the ECE program at UNLV include:

  • Licensed teacher
  • Preschool provider
  • Preschool administrator
  • Day care teacher
  • Day care administrator
  • State education department director or employee
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