Early Childhood student teacher works with students at the 3PK school in Dunkirk.

Early Childhood Education Program at Fredonia

Important:

  • Students are no longer accepted into this program as of June 5, 2024.
  • Students currently enrolled in this program are asked to contact their department chair for a teach-out plan.

The Early Childhood Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 2).  Fredonia is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by New York State Education Department. 

The Fredonia Difference

The program emphasizes appropriate development, making the educational experience exciting but not overwhelming. As part of our teacher preparation program, teacher candidates complete a series of four field-based experiences in local schools. 

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Career Opportunities for Early Childhood Education

  • Early childhood center teacher
  • Public and private elementary teacher
  • Researcher at a toy manufacturer
  • Early childhood center director
  • School building and district administrator
  • Child related business owner

MUED 315 Music, Play, and Self

A course primarily for students with little or no previous musical knowledge or skill. Examines the relationships among music, play and self, especially with regard to children. Emphasizes activity, creativity and personal expression.

EDU 225 Child Development

Orderly sequence of childhood growth and development. Principles of physical, intellectual and personality changes emphasized, along with procedures for evaluating relevant research.

EDU 214 Introduction to Children's Literature

Designed to assist students in becoming widely acquainted with the great wealth of trade (library) books and media available for today's children, preschool through middle school

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