Early Childhood Education

“I have had the most caring and engaging professors for early childhood education. They truly do care about their students. They are very willing to meet with their students outside of class and help whenever possible. They teach from experience and keep their classes fun and engaging!”
Josie Phipps, Class of 2021

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Studying Early Childhood Education at Weber State

Weber State’s early childhood education degree allows you to earn your Utah teaching license and turn your passion for teaching children in lower elementary grades into a rewarding career.

Early Childhood Education Highlights

Weber State’s job placement rate for early childhood education graduates is nearly 100 percent.

You have the option to double major in early childhood education and elementary education, giving you the flexibility to teach pre-kindergarten through sixth grade.

Beyond the Classroom

While earning your degree, you can get practical experience and spend time student teaching at Weber State’s Melba S. Lehner Children’s School, which offers education and care to children of students and employees.

Abrie Loomis

Class of 2021

“I am loving Weber and can’t wait until I can live this dream I’ve had for so long to be a teacher. I currently work in the daycare/preschool, and I love it!”

What You’ll Learn at Weber

Weber State’s early childhood education degree trains you as an expert in educating young children.

Specifically, your coursework will focus on:

Childhood development, from birth to 8 years of age
Historical roots of early childhood education
Theories and developmentally appropriate practices
Types and effectiveness of early childhood programs
Political issues and ethical conduct within the early childhood profession
Age- and culturally appropriate curriculum for young children
Characteristics of exceptional children and children at risk
Working with parents

What You Can Do After Weber

Upon graduation, you will be prepared to teach in programs that serve children from infancy through 8 years of age. Most graduates take positions in public school kindergarten or early elementary school grades.

If you decide to double major in early childhood education and elementary education, you can earn double licensure to teach first through sixth grade.

Career & Salary Outlook

Common careers for early childhood education graduates in the U.S.
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