Early Childhood Studies B.A.S.
This major is designed primarily for students transferring from a MnSCU institution with a child development diploma or A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. degree programs who are seeking baccalaureate degrees in early childhood studies. Many students will be seeking career enhancements in the child development field. Courses are also open to nonmajors.
Careers
The Early Childhood Studies program provides students with the most flexible degree to work in a variety of early childhood settings as teachers, directors, trainers, and administrators. Graduates seek employment in child care agencies, Head Starts, preschool programs, and child care resource and referral agencies. The Early Childhood studies program also meets the needs of home care providers seeking an academic credential and individuals advocating for children in government agencies. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies does not lead to a Minnesota teaching license.Early Childhood Resources
- Alliance of Early Childhood Professionals
- Child Care Works
- Children's Defense Fund
- Head Start: Administration for Children and Families, US Department of Health and Human Services
- Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children (MNAEYC)
- Minnesota Child Care Resource and Referral Network
- Minnesota Department of Education
- Minnesota Department of Human Services-Child Care Licensing
- National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- Teacher Education And Compensation Helps (T.E.A.C.H.) Scholarship
*For additional resources see the Psychology Department web page.
The Early Childhood Studies program is a part of the College of Professional Studies and is offered as a major.
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To contact the Psychology Department, please email Heidi Malloy at heidi.malloy@metrostate.edu or call 651-999-5829.