MA, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
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iden the scope of your skills in early childhood education and build a solid foundation comprised of theoretical and practical knowledge drawn from experienced tutors.
This specialized master’s program has been carefully designed by CUC’s academic faculty. As an educator with previous experience working with young learners, you will benefit from our tutors’ professional knowledge and develop new competencies in a range of disciplines focused on child development. These will include up-to-date teaching strategies, collaboration with parents and institutions, proper educational settings, and relevant legal frameworks. This will help you acquire the knowledge needed to pursue a rewarding career in early childhood education. Typical career paths for graduates include: Education consultant Lecturer/professor Early childhood teacher
Early childhood administrator Early childhood public policy and advocacy specialist Early teacher educator or researcher
Key facts Duration: 1 or 2 years Intakes: January and October Fees: $20,000
The Concordia University Chicago Advantage Founded in 1864, Concordia University Chicago has been bringing higher education to the world for more than 150 years. CUC has been selected as a 2016-17 College of Distinction. The university has been part of a select group of colleges to earn this prestigious recognition since 2010.
CUC was voted 96th out of 684 master’s-degree-granting universities in 2013 by Washington Monthly.
Program Structure
Early Childhood Curriculum and Content: Ages 3-5 Observation and Assessment School Age Curriculum: Ages 6-8 Infant and Toddler Curriculum Developmentally Effective Instruction for the Diverse Learner
Child, Family, and Multicultural Community Professional Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood Education
Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education Practicum and Research in Early Childhood Education Child Development and Ethics in Early Childhood Education
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: In addition to the base program curriculum, international students attending face-to-face classes on the CUC campus are required to take the Seminar in Higher Education, a three-credit course.
Benefit from being taught by our highly dedicated and experienced faculty. Enjoy a more personalized learning experience with small classes.
Network with professionals in and around Chicago, a truly global business city. Enjoy our campus located in a safe, quiet, and beautiful residential area close to shopping, restaurants, and transportation.
Graduate Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from a U.S. equivalent, regionally accredited institution GPA earned 2.85 or above English Language Proficiency*: IELTS: minimum 6.0 or TOEFL: minimum 60 (internet-based) or Michigan Test: minimum 85 or Bachelor’s degree from international English-speaking university or advanced degree from a U.S. institution
Official test scores should be provided. Other Documents: Completed and signed application Objective statement Copy of official transcript Copy of passport Foreign transcript evaluation** Two letters of recommendation Proof of English language proficiency Declaration of finances/bank statement/ financial guarantee *For more detailed information please visit gradschool.CUChicago.edu **Note: For further clarification, please contact your dedicated educational consultant or international.gus@CUChicago.edu
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