Master of Science in Education in Early Childhood Education Online
Become an expert leader in both public and nonpublic early childhood educational settings with this online master's degree program that is designed for educators interested in expanding their knowledge to serve children in a pre-K to third grade public school setting or birth to eight years old in a state or early childhood system. Teaching experience and a teaching license are required for this program.
Program Overview
Advance your teaching career with an online MSE in Early Childhood Education
Learn to respond to the developmental and education needs of young children with the 100% online Master of Science in Education in Early Childhood Education program at A-State University. The need for early childhood teachers and specialists is on the rise in both public and nonpublic educational settings, and roles in early childhood education are projected to grow 3% between 2022 and 2032.1
Designed for educators who already hold a teaching license, this degree program provides an in-depth look at best practices in early childhood settings. You will learn how to use a variety of assessment tools in early childhood settings, gaining the skills and techniques to analyze and interpret curriculum data to develop technology-integrated educational materials.
In this online master’s program, you will:
- Gain insight into the developmental needs of young children and enhance your impact as an early childhood educator
- Facilitate your development as an educational leader through coursework focused on topics including teaching and assessment, professionalism in education, technology as a teaching tool, developmental perspectives and more
- Apply the knowledge and skills gained in the program in your classroom through the practicum capstone experience
Applicants must hold a valid teaching license and meet all guidelines for graduate admission to the A-State College of Education & Behavioral Science. Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum demonstrating students' mastery of the NAEYC Standards. This program does not lead to licensure.
Additional documents
This program requires Live Text.
Students in this program will gain:
- A broad perspective on education that spans early childhood
- The ability to create, select and use a variety of assessment and documentation tools in multiple early childhood settings
- Techniques and methods of research and skills for the statistical treatment and interpretation of research data
- Knowledge of best practices in early childhood settings
- The aptitude to analyze curriculum sources and models for purposes of creating curriculum, as well as the ability to create technology-integrated educational materials
- A broad perspective on education that spans early childhood
- The ability to create, select and use a variety of assessment and documentation tools in multiple early childhood settings
- Techniques and methods of research and skills for the statistical treatment and interpretation of research data
- Knowledge of best practices in early childhood settings
- The aptitude to analyze curriculum sources and models for purposes of creating curriculum, as well as the ability to create technology-integrated educational materials
Prepare to serve in early childhood education roles, such as:
- Preschool Teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Elementary School Teacher
- Child Care Director
- Early Learning Specialist
- Preschool Teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Elementary School Teacher
- Child Care Director
- Early Learning Specialist
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Accreditation
Licensure programs within A-State’s College of Education & Behavioral Science are accredited by CAEP.
Tuition
Our budget-friendly tuition can be paid as you go
Our MSE in Early Childhood Education online program offers the same affordable tuition to in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included. Tuition may be subject to change on a yearly basis.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Arkansas State Online dates and deadlines
Our MSE in Early Childhood Education online program is designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, with accelerated coursework and multiple start dates a year.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/11/24 | 12/6/24 |
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/18/24 | 1/9/25 | 1/10/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/7/25 | 5/2/25 |
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Admissions
Being admitted to our online MSEd in Early Childhood Education program
A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Students who are interested in the MSE in Early Childhood Education online program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and a valid teaching certificate. Make sure to review full admission requirements below. Applicants to the program who do not qualify for unconditional admission may qualify for conditional admission.
Admission Requirements:
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid teaching certificate
- A baccalaureate degree with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.75 (or 3.25 on the last 60 hours) on a 4.0 scale from an accredited institution. For conditional admission, students are required to have a 2.5-2.74 cumulative GPA (or 3.0 on the last 60 hours) on a 4.0 scale.
- A valid teaching certificate
Note: If you have a 2.5-2.74 GPA, you must make a grade of “B” or better during the first 9 hours of graduate work at Arkansas State University.
Application Submission Requirements
- Complete online application
- Pay the nonrefundable $30 fee
- Send official transcript(s) from the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the sending institution.
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
Additional information
Unless otherwise noted, Arkansas State University has not confirmed if a program has met requirements for an out-of-state licensure. Please refer to the Program Approval Map to determine which programs are eligible to be offered in states and to find relevant State Agency contact information. Eligibility to offer in a state does not guarantee the program will meet state licensure/certification requirements.
Please contact your state’s Professional License Department/Board to ensure that your chosen distance education program meets your state’s requirements in which you intend to practice.
Appeals process
- Email a written Letter of Appeal and GRE or GMAT scores (may be unofficial) to [email protected]
Transfer credits
Up to 9 graduate hours from A-State or other higher education institutions may be credited toward a program. No course can be older than six years by graduation time. Transfer credit will be evaluated by the Director of the Program. To request prior credit be evaluated, please complete the Graduate Transfer Credit Evaluation Form.
Courses
Advance your knowledge in these online master's in early childhood education classes
Students must complete 10 courses totaling 30 credit hours, including a practicum in teacher education.
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.