The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), Early Childhood Education (ECE) degree provides candidates with specialized, professional preparation to teach young children, PreK through third grade, in a variety of program and school-based settings. The BAS-ECE builds on both the AAEC and the AAS in Early Childhood Studies to deepen teaching knowledge and prepares individuals as highly qualified early childhood educators.
Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the BAS program. The BAS program requires demonstration of prior college success and the ability to work in the field of teaching and family services. Lower division (100 and 200 level) courses may be taken prior to program admission. Enrollment in upper division courses (300 and 400 level) requires program admission.
Students who graduate with an NPC AAS in Early Childhood Studies or AAEC degree are automatically accepted into the BAS, ECE degree program provided they maintain continuous enrollment. For admission, continuously enrolled graduates must meet with the Educator Preparation Program advising team to update their degree intent within one semester of graduation. Students who have an earned degree in another major, or who have not maintained continuous enrollment must apply for admission into the BAS, ECE program.
The BAS in ECE includes two student teaching options:
- Birth to PreK option: for those wanting to specialize in the birth to five age group and does not lead to teacher certification,
- K-3rd grade option: for those seeking early childhood teacher certification.
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2251 E. Navajo Blvd.
Nizhoni Learning Center, room 148
Holbrook,
AZ 86025
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