Early Childhood Educational Studies: Online
Shape the hearts and minds of future generations through an online Bachelor of Arts in early childhood educational studies.
Your Calling: Their Future
Are you ready to make a big difference in little lives? Prepare to positively impact children through a variety of professions including working as a preschool, private, and public school teacher, childcare director, children’s ministry worker, missionary, social worker, and more. Shape hearts and minds grow up to become family, community, and world leaders. Guide future generations with an online Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Educational Studies.
We offer the South Carolina Early Childhood School Teacher Certificate program, the state certification necessary to teach in South Carolina public schools, offered 100% online for your convenience after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.
Our Partnerships
Looking to pursue a career in early childhood education? 51³Ô¹Ï has partnered with the , , and the to offer a seamless transfer process to 51³Ô¹Ï’s Early Childhood Education program. Take advantage of this flexible, online program–advance your career and elevate your life.
Interested in transferring from TCTC to 51³Ô¹Ï? Download the form, then complete and provide to TCTC’s Bridge Programs Online. Addresses are included within the form.
Interested in transferring from TCL to 51³Ô¹Ï? Download the form, then complete and provide to TCL’s Bridge Programs Online. Addresses are included within the form.
Interested in transferring from another college in the SC Technical College System to 51³Ô¹Ï? Download the form, then complete and provide to the College of Education. Address is included within the form.
Transfer agreements are only valid for our Online Early Childhood Educational Studies Program.




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Why Study Early Childhood Education at 51³Ô¹Ï?
- Shape Future Generations: Early childhood education is essential for helping young children grow and learn during their crucial early years. Teachers create a supportive and exciting environment that sets the stage for a lifetime of curiosity, growth, and ongoing learning.
- Transferring from TCL or TCTC? 51³Ô¹Ï has partnered with the and to offer a seamless transfer process to 51³Ô¹Ï’s Early Childhood Education program.
- Completely Online: Study from the comfort of your home with our 100% online degree.
Overview
At 51³Ô¹Ï, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, 51³Ô¹Ï is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.
Sample Core Courses
- Introduction to Education
- Planning & Assessment
- PE & Health Methods
- Classroom Management
- Intro to Early Childhood Education
- Human Growth and Development in Education
- Reading & Assessment I
- Reading & Assessment II
- Science and Social Studies Content
- Math Methods for the Young Child
- Professional Portfolio/Teaching Experience

