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An online Early Childhood Education associate’s degree is ideal for anyone who wants to jump-start their career and is not ready to commit to a four-year program. Develop assessment skills and expand your knowledge of families and child development. Increase your professional communication skills. Courses are offered one at a time to promote engaged learning. Topics can include early childhood curriculum, fostering creativity and movement, and health, safety, and nutrition.

Pursuing an online Early Childhood Education bachelor’s degree prepares you to be a leader in the classroom. Earn the credentials to become a teacher. Learn classroom management fundamentals as they apply to a diverse range of children. Build your skills in teaching math and reading, and expand your knowledge about a young child’s social and emotional development. Gain essential experience through required student teaching.

Many daycare and Head Start programs require that even classroom aides have higher education credentials. You can earn college credits through an online Early Childhood Certificate. Take courses in child guidance and management and practicing inclusion. Choose electives that serve your career interests.