Overview
The Early Childhood Education Minor is designed to introduce students to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to grade 3. The program will give you the knowledge, understanding, and skills needed to plan and teach a curriculum that will foster the growth and development of young children. Students gain hands-on experiences early in the program and have multiple opportunities to work with all age bands in the early childhood sector.
This program is available on campus and online.
What You’ll Learn
This minor is excellent preparation for students pursuing careers in education (e.g., early childhood, administration, parent education), law (e.g., child and family advocacy), social services (e.g., family casework, child welfare, licensing, child protection, child policy) or in various health-related areas (e.g., pediatrics, nursing, Child Life Specialist) involving children. It is also a great fit for students interested in gaining a broader understanding of children and families in today’s society.
Courses within this major include:
- Administration of child development programs
- Family and culture
- Early childhood methods
- Child guidance
- Inclusive practices for young children
- Mathematical concepts and early literacies methods in early childhood
- Play and nature-based pedagogies
- Child psychology
- Foundations of early childhood
The ECED Program at UW-Superior has provided me with a well-rounded understanding of the development, learning, and exceptionalities of young children. Through my courses, I was able to observe, apply, and reflect on my knowledge of young children’s development with great support from my professors. I’m confident that the experiences and knowledge I have gained will serve me in my future classroom and beyond.
Job Opportunities with License
- Birth-preschool daycare lead teacher
- Daycare director, manager, or other administrator
- 3K-4K/ Head Start teacher
- Kindergarten-grade 3 teacher
- Family outreach specialist
- Nanny/ homeschool tutor
- Before- and after-school care
- Educational consultant
- Child support services worker
Licensure
This minor must be accompanied by the Elementary Education Major and the Instruction Minor for graduates to be eligible for Wisconsin Birth – Grade 3 teacher licensure. This license also requires candidates to complete and pass approved pedagogical knowledge assessments, Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test or assessment, and content area knowledge assessment.
This program meets Wisconsin state educator licensure requirements and satisfies many other states’ and countries’ requirements, as well. View a complete list and more information here.
Licensure for Degree Holders
If you currently hold a degree and are interested in teaching, UW-Superior offers licensure programs that apply your coursework.
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