Graduates of this major are qualified to teach in Head Start settings, Early Head Start settings, Pre-K programs, and private child care settings and are qualified to work as directors or center coordinators of child care programs, and social service public and private organizations. There is a critical need for well educated teachers working with children from birth to five based on well documented research. This research proves that children in high quality early childhood care and education settings are more likely to be emotionally secure, self-confident, more advanced intellectually, and better able to regulate aggression. Child care providers who receive education in early childhood development are more likely to provide the high quality care needed to reach these outcomes. Candidates who complete the GSC B.S. in Early Childhood Care and Education program are caring and reflective decision makers who are committed to maximizing all students’ development as contributing citizens in a diverse and democratic society. They balance professional dispositions and content knowledge with pedagogical skills as they collaboratively interact with students, families, and the community.
Entrance Requirements
- Complete all GSC general institutional admissions requirements.
- Declare a major in Early Childhood Care and Education.
- Must have a 2.5 GPA to apply to the program
- Complete a minimum of 42 general education credits
- Achieve a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Complete Area F coursework
- Post a passing score on GACE I test or its equivalent
- Agree to request a criminal background check
- Supply three letters of recommendation, letter of intent, disposition essay, and a signed liability insurance form.
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