BA in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) and Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) - Dual Certification in Hempstead United States | Hofstra University

This undergraduate dual certification program prepares students for New York State initial teaching credentials in both early childhood (birth to grade 2) and childhood education (grades 1-6). Participants pursue a liberal arts or sciences major alongside a co-major in these education fields. The curriculum merges classroom instruction with practical school-based experiences, concluding with an intensive student teaching placement. Key program components include integrated literacy instruction, multicultural education approaches, and technology integration, all aligned with New York State's Early Childhood and Childhood Education Learning Standards.