Program Details
Do you want to increase your impact as an early childhood educator and gain the skills to run your own program? With the Administration, Management, and Leadership specialization—delivered in Walden’s competency-based Tempo Learning® format—you can do both. In this path of study, you’ll gain deeper insight into what young children need in order to thrive. You’ll also master best practices for creating a welcoming, nurturing environment that instills confidence in families. Gain the practical tools to plan, resource, and guide an early childhood program. Coursework in this program is aligned with professional guidelines established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). With Tempo Learning® you’ll have access to three-month, all-you-can-learn subscriptions, no deadlines, and faculty and coach support when needed.
Learning Pace
Self-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Walden University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Additional Materials May Be Required
Restricted States
New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut