Inclusive Early Childhood Ed - Birth to Grade 3

This program prepares students to meet the requirements for a Nebraska Teaching Certificate and endorsement in Early Childhood Education Unified. This is a joint program between Child, Youth and Family Studies, Special Education and Elementary Education with an emphasis on children, birth to grade 3.

Students Outcomes:

• Learn to use knowledge of children's development and learning to provide opportunities that support child growth and development.
• Use assessment processes to development, monitor, and evaluate programs for young children.
• Develop meaningful, integrated learning experiences for children birth through 3rd grade.
• Gain experience in teaching children in three age groups (infants/toddlers, Pre-K, and K-3).

Careers:

• Head Start Programs
• Elementary Schools
• Nonprofit organizations