Overview

In this Early Childhood Education program at Western Illinois University, coursework and classroom experiences are offered to prepare future teachers to:

utilize their understanding of children’s characteristics and needs to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences
use a variety of assessment tools to document children’s learning
employ practices that accommodate the needs of diverse groups of children
work with parents and the community to foster children’s learning
use technology to facilitate children’s engagement in learning
create supporting learning environments
reflect on their practice and engage in continuing professional renewal

Career Opportunities

In addition to teaching in state-funded pre-kindergarten, early special education, and kindergarten through grade two classrooms, candidates are employed in early intervention programs, childcare centers, Head Start programs, and private preschools. Candidates also open their own childcare center or their own business to provide early intervention services.

As the emphasis on the importance of early childhood care and education increases throughout the country, there is a growing demand for certified early childhood teachers.

Accreditation

Program Accreditation

WIU’s teacher education programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The Early Childhood Education program is nationally recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Through the completion of required coursework, field experiences, and student teaching, candidates develop the competencies delineated in state and professional teaching standards.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Young Child Growth and Development
The Young Child as a Learner
Parent/Community Involvement
Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
Science and Math for Young Children in Regular and Inclusive Settings
Infant/Toddler Environment
Planning and Environment for the Primary Child
Strategies to Support Social/Emotional Growth in Young Children
Early Childhood Assessment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Macomb, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18030 USD / year

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Out-of-State

10290 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10290 USD / year

≈ 10290 USD / year

Living costs

Macomb

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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Career Opportunities

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Programme Structure

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Credits

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