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Early Childhood Program

The Early Childhood Program is available for students who plan to teach children from birth to age 8 in pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade. Early Childhood Program students gain real world experience in the classroom through student teaching at area schools. Students who satisfactorily complete the program requirements also meet the Wisconsin teacher certification requirements for those grades. Future employment can be found at programs such as public schools, Head Start, child care and preschools.

Undergraduate Degree OfferedBachelor's degree leading to licensure in Early Childhood Education

Post-Baccalaureate CertificationStudents who already have a bachelor's degree and are interested in becoming licensed teachers in the state of Wisconsin may earn post-baccalaureate teacher certification in early childhood.

Faculty and Staff
Program DirectorNancy File
Program SupportMelanie Agnew

Faculty and Faculty Advisors

Lori Becker
Vicky Herman
Judy Lybeck
Tania Mertzman
Jennifer Mueller
Ruth Short
Debora Wisneski

Academic AdvisorsAndrea Azarian
Rachel Cocos
John Lockman