Program Details
University of Missouri – Columbia offers an online Master of Education in Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. This program is fully online and gives students a background on serving children from birth through grade 8. Coursework covers a variety of topics including challenging behaviors, implementing a more effective curriculum, and more.
Some of the classes offered include:
- Language acquisition and development
- Classroom research learning, teaching, and curriculum
- Culturally responsive pedagogy
This online program does not provide early childhood certification or the initial certification required to become a teacher. Career opportunities for graduates include Preschool teachers, early childhood practitioners, child-care center staff workers, and more. This online program emphasizes working with children who have disabilities, creating inclusive classrooms, promoting early literacy development, and addressing the social and emotional development of children. Graduates will be prepared to work with students of various ages and help them to achieve a high-quality education.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Missouri-Columbia is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- A minimum of two years teaching experience