Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education - Classroom Instruction - P-3 Certification at Kean University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education - Classroom Instruction - P-3 Certification programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Union, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education - Classroom Instruction - P-3 Certification programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Supporting Emergent Literacy at Home and at School
- Science for Early Childhood Teachers
- Research in Early Childhood and Family Studies
- Mathematics for Early Childhood Teachers
- Theory into Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0*
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Core Academic Skills Test
- Passing score on the Early Childhood Content Knowledge PRAXIS (5025)
- Competency in oral and written English communication as evidenced in a departmental interview with a writing sample
- GRE (Graduate Record Exam) test scores
- Two letters of recommendation
- Professional Resume/CV
- Personal statement
- TOEFL or IELTS scores\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kean University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Kean University
Kean University
Union, United States
Kean University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-05
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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