Major requirements
This major is designed for students who are planning to teach children from birth through 2nd grade without the Illinois Professional Licensure. In addition to the early childhood studies major courses, specific general education courses and 5 sh elective courses in the program are required.
Course requirements
The curriculum is sequenced in six Blocks:
Foundation Block 1: EDUC 2120, EDUC 2140
Foundation Block 2: EDUC 2140, EDUC 2145
Professional Method Courses Block 3: EDUC 3015, EDUC 3180, EDUC 3130, EDUC 3430
Professional Method Courses Block 4: EDUC 3360, EDUC 2300, EDUC 3930
Professional Method Courses Block 5: EDUC 4970, EDUC 3130
Professional Method Courses Block 6: EDUC 4970, CORE 3000