Prepare to teach and support children from birth through second grade. EIU combines child development, early learning methods and extensive classroom experience on the path to Illinois teacher licensure.
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"My mom has worked on campus my entire life so I have grown up attending events and activities here. It feels like home when I am here so I knew very early on that I wanted to attend here. ... Since choosing that career choice I did research a couple of other schools but still felt that EIU was the best option for me!"Ashton ColemanEarly Childhood Education | Class of 2027
Early Childhood Education prepares you to teach and support young children from birth through second grade. It's a good fit for you if you are patient, creative and energized by helping little learners grow. Your coursework explores child development, early literacy, curriculum, assessment, family partnerships and inclusive teaching practices.
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