Bachelor of Science in Birth-Kindergarten
Western Carolina University

Program Details

This online early childhood education degree is for students who wish to design their careers in teaching early childhood education. Skills taught include the social, emotional, and intellectual needs of children from birth through kindergarten age.  

The degree offers three concentrations:

  • Professional Education
  • Early Childhood
  • Alternative Licensure

The Professional Education concentration is for those interested in teaching kindergarten or public school Pre-K. The Early Childhood concentration is for those who are not certified to teach in public schools but are interested in working with young children in other settings. The Alternative Licensure concentration is for those who already have degrees and are ready for the challenge of teaching.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Carolina University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Associate Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Criminal Background Check, Additional Materials May Be Required