Directory of Online Degree ECE Programs

Find out what colleges and/or institutions of high education offer degrees or other programs in ECE. This directory is a partial listing of online education courses. Inclusion does not imply endorsement by Exchange. To request free information from these schools, visit the Product Inquiry section.

Bay Mills Community College Brenau University Online College
CDAClass.org Central Arizona College
Clarion University of Pennsylvania Eager-to-Learn
Johnson and Wales University Kansas State University
Kaplan University Kendall College
NACCP Online Education Center National-Louis University
Northampton Community College Northeast Wisconsin Tech College
Nova Southeastern University Pacific Oaks College
Rasmussen College Southeast Community College
University of Cincinnati University of Dayton
University of Missouri-St.Louis University of New England, Australia
University of New Hampshire University of North Dakota
University of Phoenix Online University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
University of Wyoming Online


CDAClass.org
www.cdaclass.org

CDA Credential/CDA Renewal Credential: Offers online CDA and renewal classes.

Students work at their own pace and begin classes at any time. Articulates into college credit at many colleges.


Central Arizona College
www.centralaz.edu

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Associates of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education

The Early Care and Education Program is highly individualized and taught online for people working with young children. The course fulfills the educational requirements for the CDA.


Clarion University of Pennsylvania
www.clarion.edu

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Early Childhood Online Associates Degree

Clarion University of PA online early childhood associate program is an excellent way to earn a degree in early childhood education while working full time. The program is designed to prepare early childhood professionals for entry level positions through construction of knowledge, skills, and dispositions related to child development and the importance of early care and education.


Eager-to-Learn
www.mnchildcare.org

Degree/Certificate/Credential: CDA; in some cases, college credit

Eager-to-Learn is an innovative community-based e-learning program designed to provide quality affordable education options to people who are for children.


Johnson and Wales University
www.jwu.com

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Masters of Education; Early Childhood Administration and Leadership

The Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Early Childhood Administration and Leadership is the newest two-year degree program in the School of Education (Theory, Research, and Best Practices for aspiring directors and administrators). Dr. Bill Strader, director, Institute for Early Childhood Leadership and Professional Development.


Kaplan University
www.ece.kaplan.edu

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Online Associate Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies/Early Childhood Development, Associate Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies/Educational Paraprofessional, Master of Education and Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning

Kaplan University's education programs provide the relevant knowledge and skills needed to be a recognized professional working with young and older children today. Our education programs prepare students seeking entry-level positions in the field and provide the knowledge and tools for those who are continuing on in their profession. The Early Childhood Development emphasis area is aligned with the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and CDA (Child Development Associate) credentialing requirements.

Kaplan University awards associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in a progressive online learning platform that offers adult learners flexibility and real-world knowledge.


Kendall College
www.ECEdegrees.net

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Online BA in Early Childhood Education

The Kendall Online Degree is designed for the busy early childhood professional. Online collaboration plus video demonstrations of best practices create a unique learning experience.


NACCP Online Professional Education Center (online)
www.naccp.org

Degree/Certificate/Credential: CDA Courses & Administrator Training

Courses are designed to help child care professionals complete annual training requirements for administrators or acquire required training hours for CDA. Courses are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, at your convenience! Take unlimited courses for $199 per person, per year.


National-Louis University
www.nl.edu/eca

Degree/Certificate/Credential: M.Ed. in Early Childhood Administration (online)

Our ECA program is a comprehensive study of the competencies needed to effectively administer early learning and care programs. Students attend a limited number of residencies in Chicago at critical mile posts along a 24-month degree sequence.


Nova Southeastern University
Fischler School of Education and Human Services
www.SchoolofEd.nova.edu/ece5

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Degree and professional development programs for early childhood educators at all levels including associate's, bachelor's, master's, educational specialist, doctoral, endorsements, and CDA.

Most programs are offered completely online or in a blended delivery format, making study convenient and flexible for busy professionals. NSU's Fischler School of Education and Human Services' programs for early childhood educators meet national standards by combining cutting-edge research, best practices, and practical application.


Pacific Oaks College
www.pacificoaks.edu

Degree/Certificate/Credential: BA and MA in Human Development

Human Development provides a framework in theory and practice for professionals working with children and families. Discuss online work-based issues in leadership, communication, diversity, and program quality for children. Receive credit for life experience.


Rasmussen College
Online Early Childhood Education Degree

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Early Childhood Education Associates Degree

Rasmussen College ECE degree is a progressive teacher education program that prepares students to meet the diverse needs of today's children and families. Online courses and mentoring by credentialed, caring faculty supports students in gaining valuable teaching experience in their early childhood setting. Rasmussen College ECE program faculty believe in you and the work you do to support young children's healthy development.

Comprehensive early childhood courses and practical hands-on experience available online or in a traditional classroom. Each option scaffolds into a higher diploma/degree.


Southeast Community College
www.southeast.edu

Degree/Certificate/Credential: In-Home Child Care Certificate (professional nanny/family home child care); Child Care Professional Diploma (group setting care and education); Early Childhood Associate of Applied Science Degree (includes child care administration).

Comprehensive early childhood courses and practical hands-on experience available online or in a traditional classroom. Each option scaffolds into a higher diploma/degree.


University of Cincinnati
http://eclc.uc.edu/

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Heads Up! Reading, CDA, AA, and BA from Union Institute and University; Early Childhood Learning Center offers articulation from CDA to BA


University of Dayton
www.udayton.edu

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy; Masters of Science in Early Childhood Leadership.

A part-time program for administrators, advocates and teacher leaders. BS build on an AAS with a 40% tuition discount for students 24 years of age or older. Master's degree offers both leadership and advocacy tracks.


University of Missouri-St.Louis
http://coe.umsl.edu/web/divisions/teach-learn/eece-online.cfm

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Online Masters in Education with an Emphasis in Early Childhood Education.

From anywhere in the world, earn your Masters of Education with an Emphasis in Early Childhood online from the University of Missouri's NCATE accredited program.


University of North Dakota
http://distance.und.edu/degree/?id=msearlychlded
Online Master of Science in Early Childhood Education

Degree/Certificate/Credential: Online Master of Science in Early Childhood Education

The University of North Dakota's fully online Master of Science (MS) in Early Childhood Education prepares professional teachers and leaders to address the educational needs of young children, ages 0 to 8, in a variety of settings:

  • public and private schools (K-Grade 3)
  • Head Start programs
  • child development and child care centers
  • other programs related to the education of young children
How Online Degrees Work: Participate in online "live Web classes" held at set times that are convenient for you, such as in the evenings and/or weekends. You are not required to come to campus at any time.

Tuition: Regardless of where you live, you will pay in-state, resident tuition for all online courses.

Accreditation: The UND College of Education & Human Development is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. UND is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.


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