Brookings,
SD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Early Childhood Education - Birth to 8 in Brookings United States | South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
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Brookings United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
11,284
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
A single educator has the power to instill self-belief in a child, reinforce their intelligence and creativity, or motivate them to pursue their aspirations. Studies demonstrate that high-quality early childhood care and education is vital, with significant demand for skilled educators in this field. This program equips professionals to support children's cognitive, physical, emotional, and social growth in educational environments. Graduates are qualified for roles in Head Start programs, preschools, and childcare centers, while also meeting South Dakota's Birth to age 8 Early Childhood teaching certification standards, allowing them to teach kindergarten through third grade. Participants complete student teaching at the Fishback Center for Early Childhood Education and in elementary classrooms.
This program may be ideal for you if you:
Find fulfillment in working with young learners
Value continuous personal and professional growth
Possess patience, optimism, creativity, and enthusiasm
Excel at interpersonal communication
Are actively engaged in community involvement
Career Paths
Elementary school teacher (K-3)
Preschool educator
Child development professional
Early childhood caregiver
Childcare program administrator
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should have an above average academic record at least equivalent to a B average 2.60 out of 4.00 or be in the top 60 percent of their class with suitable academic preparation for the intended major.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
Tuition
USD
11,284