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Early Childhood Education

Reach higher with an Early Childhood Education degree.

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Explore Pathways in Early Childhood Education

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Early Childhood Education

Our ECE program develops a student’s understanding of the needs and characteristics of young children.

As a student you will learn…

  • How multiple influences effect the physical, mental, and emotional development and learning of a child.
  • Strategies to create environments that are healthy and supportive for children and their families.
  • Skills for supervising ECE programs within ethical guidelines.
  • Design curriculum that promotes positive experiences.
  • Utilize assessment strategies.

Early Childhood Education

Become an Effective Practitioner

What Sets Us Apart

Program Highlights

CCTC Permit Matrix

Earn ECE permits with your degree.

Inclusive and Diverse Education

Curriculum created for promotion of culturally responsive and inclusive environments for all children.

Earn Work Credit

Earn up to 12 units toward degree if you work in ECE.

Teacher Credential

Apply to our Multiple Subject Teacher Credential Program upon degree completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Humphreys ECE bachelor's degree for?

The Humphreys University Early Childhood Education bachelor’s degree is built for people already working in early childhood — preschool teachers, assistants, site supervisors, and Head Start staff — who need a bachelor’s degree to advance, plus students entering the field for the first time.

I have an AA or ECE certificate from a community college. What's next?

The Humphreys University ECE bachelor’s degree is the direct next step. Rather than transferring out of the region, students apply their community college ECE units toward the Humphreys bachelor’s and continue with faculty who have worked in early childhood classrooms.

Does this degree make me a credentialed teacher?

The ECE bachelor’s degree on its own is a degree, not a teaching credential. Students who want to teach in a PK-3 classroom should look at the Humphreys University Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s + PK-3 Credential pathway, which combines the degree and the credential into one four-year program.

Can I earn this degree while working at a childcare center?

Yes. Humphreys University runs 11-week quarters with virtual, online, and on-campus options, so ECE professionals can keep working while enrolled. Many students take a reduced load and still move forward every quarter.

What jobs does an ECE bachelor's degree open up?

Graduates move into lead teacher, site supervisor, program director, and curriculum roles in preschools, Head Start, and childcare centers. Many California ECE leadership positions and Child Development Permit levels require a bachelor’s degree.

Child Development and School-Age Emphasis Matrix | Commission

How much does it cost?

Undergraduate tuition at Humphreys University is $375 per unit, with 12.5 to 16 units in a quarter billed at the 12-unit rate. Federal and state aid applies — the Humphreys FAFSA code is 001212. Many ECE students also qualify for workforce grants. Complete the AA degree and apply for the Site Supervisor permit.

Is Humphreys accredited for education programs?

Humphreys University is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Its teacher preparation and credential programs are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).

How long will it take?

The Humphreys University ECE bachelor’s degree is a four-year program. Students bringing in an associate degree or substantial ECE coursework can often finish in about two years. Request a transcript evaluation before enrolling to see your actual timeline.

Your Future
In Education

As an ECE graduate, you will make a meaningful impact on a child’s development.

Consider any of these careers in Early Childhood Education:

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Family Resource Worker

Inclusion Specialist

Early Interventionist

School Readiness Teacher

Meet Your Department Chair

Dr. Donna Roberts

Dr. Donna Roberts is the Associate Dean of Academic Administration and the Department Chair of Early Childhood Education and Liberal Studies. She earned her doctorate in education in 2015 and has multiple years of administrative and teaching experience in the P-12 system as well as in higher education. She holds a Reading Specialist Credential, CLEAR CLAD Multiple Subject Credential, and an Administrative Services Credential.

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