Early Childhood Education Administration

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Online Bachelor of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education Administration

Dr. Jessica Alvarado is Chair of the Early Childhood Education Administration program in Ashford University's College of Education. She holds a Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership and Change with a Media Studies emphasis from Fielding Graduate University, a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from National University, a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from National University, a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from San Diego Christian College, and an Associate's degree in Education from Grossmont College. Read her full bio.

Break new ground in your education career with your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration from Ashford University. You will find the field of education administration to be highly rewarding as you learn ways to apply your knowledge and skills to managing an educational organization.

Degree Focus

Your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration prepares you for a career in early childcare administration. You will complete coursework in organizational behavior and management, childhood development, and curricula and program administration. When you complete the required coursework, you will be well acquainted with the education industry, be highly trained in various theories of childhood development, and exhibit advanced organizational management skills.

Career Opportunities

When you complete your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration, you will have what you need to begin a rewarding career in which a breadth of knowledge is a must. A degree in Early Childhood Education Administration could be your key to any of these occupations:

  • Preschool Owner
  • Head Start Component Coordinator
  • Pre-kindergarten Coordinator
  • Early Childhood Consultant
  • Preschool Director
  • Childcare Facility Director

Certification and Licensure Terms and Conditions 

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration program by itself does not lead to certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies’ policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.

Specialization

You may also choose to delve into another area of early childhood education administration when you add a specialization to your degree program. A specialization consists of four (4) courses, each worth three (3) credits. These courses are taught online as part of your degree program. For more detailed information, see the Courses tab. This program offers the following specialization:

Infant and Toddler Care

Learn to provide quality care for infants and small children. You will contribute to the healthy growth of children by earning your specialization in Infant and Toddler Care.

Your courses in this Bachelor of Arts degree program are taught by advance-degreed instructors with real-world experience in the subjects they teach. In addition, you can transfer up to 90 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree and accelerate your degree completion.

If this program fits your personal and professional goals, contact Ashford University at 866.711.1700 to learn more, or request additional information.

Early Childhood Education Administration