Bachelor [Education - Early Level (PreK-4)] From Duquesne University

The Early Childhood Education teacher certification program is a 129-credit program that consists of courses and experiences organized into three major areas of study: University Core/General Education, Foundations of Education, and Professional Preparation. During your first two years of study, not only will you complete the majority of the General Education and Foundation courses, but you will also gain experience in the field starting in your freshman year. The faculty work with you to address professional standards in each of the early childhood curriculum areas through course projects and through implementation of the standards in fieldwork.Towards the end of your studies, you will have the opportunity to teach in an urban, suburban, or rural school. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to experience a part of your student teaching in Italy, Ireland, or England for eight weeks in an English-speaking classroom. Along with gaining experience in the classroom, starting in your Junior year, qualified students may begin graduate course work through our 5 year early start programs.