Overview

Early Childhood Education and Care at Cambridge College refers to educational programs that serve young children from birth through age 8. Early childhood educators plan and organize educational activities for pre-school and school age children, focusing on activities that aid cognitive and social development. Some early childhood programs are privately run, while others are operated via local school systems or funded by the federal government.

Early Education and Care (EEC) Certification

This program enables you to meet the academic requirements for EEC certification as an Infant-Toddler or Pre-School Teacher, a Lead Teacher, or Director. For more information, forms, and worksheets please visit the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

What Can You Do With an Early Childhood Education Degree?

Graduates typically progress from entry level to upper level careers in state and private day care centers and pre-schools, Head Start and other agencies focused on underserved populations, and home care. Graduates are also well prepared for graduate study in fields related to childhood development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Integrated Language Arts & Reading
Inclusive Teaching in Early Childhood Settings
Observing and Recording in Early Education Classrooms
Developing Curriculum for Young Children
Effective & Positive Learning Environments in Early Childhood Settings
Educational Perspectives in Early Childhood Growth and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

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More details

A completed application must be received within enough time for students to receive the i20 and arrive in the U.S. (if applicable) prior to the term start-date.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Education Teaching Early Childhood Education View 645 other Bachelors in Early Childhood Education in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A complete, signed application
Application fee: $50, nonrefundable ($100 for international students)
Completed Application Supplement for F1 International Students
Photocopy of your current passport
Photocopy of your visa (if you are currently in the U.S.)
Photocopy of pages 1 and 3 of your current I-20 (if you are in the U.S. in F1 status)
Official transcripts from your last degree conferred. If your last degree was conferred by a school outside the U.S., you must also submit:
An official certified English language translation, if the document is not in English
An official transcript evaluation, completed by a nationally recognized agency listed on the Massachusetts Department of Education website. Evaluations performed by non-nationally recognized agencies will not be accepted.

Tuition Fee

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International

15060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 502 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

15060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 502 USD per credit during 48 months.
In-State

15060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 502 USD per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Early Childhood Education and Care.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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