Bachelor of Arts in Applied Educational Studies (Non-Licensure Early Care)
National Louis University

Program Details

Prepare for a career working with children and their families with this online early childhood education degree. Instead of working in the classroom, you will take on education-adjacent roles, such as family specialists, child family life educators, home visitors, or in social service roles related to serving children and families.  

The curriculum offers a solid foundation in education preparation. Customize your online early childhood education degree by choosing an area of concentration from:

  • Infant and Toddler Studies
  • Early Care and Education Administration
  • Teaching Methods

Regardless of the path you choose to take, you will complete courses in such topics as management and leadership, working with children and families under stress, special education, and English as an additional language in educational settings.

Choose either a synchronous or asynchronous learning format. The asynchronous option allows you to study whenever it is convenient, setting your schedule and pace. The synchronous format is a “virtual classroom,” which allows you to interact with peers and instructors from wherever you choose to study.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

National Louis University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Recommended GPA

2.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Additional Info

  • Meets credentialing standards for Illinois