Early childhood education is considered to be the instruction and care of children prior to kindergarten, and is commonly referred to as “preschool” or “daycare.”  Because children develop dramatically between the ages of birth and 5 years old – physically, academically and behaviorally – earning your degree with a specialization in Early Childhood Education can help you design curriculum and instruction plans suitable for each developmental phase.  Although this degree is often not required for preschool teachers, it is almost always required for preschool directors, owners and sometimes lead teachers.

Read more about a career in Early Childhood Education or browse the list of online schools below that offer a degree in Early Childhood Education.