At Indiana Wesleyan University, we’re proud to offer an innovative Early Childhood Teacher Training undergraduate program designed for aspiring educators. This fully online program consists of seven meticulously curated courses, allowing you to embark on a comprehensive 12-month journey toward becoming an early childhood education expert. These courses are ideal for the early childhood education student eager for hands-on experience to learn how to provide the best childhood experience possible for any child.
Whether you’re looking to start your teaching career or enhance your educational qualifications, our program provides flexibility, support, and in-depth knowledge you need to succeed in the ever-evolving world of early childhood education.
Why Pursue My Early Childhood Teacher Training Certificate at IWU?
Our online Early Childhood Teacher Training program at Indiana Wesleyan University is specifically designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in early childhood education. Tuition rates are locked in on your start date, so you never have to worry about tuition increases while you study through IWU. Over the course of 12 months, you will dive into the understanding of childhood development, exploring the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth of children from birth through the primary years. Our expert, Christian faculty teach through the same biblical worldview found on our main campus, so that students can implement these principles in a fulfilling career.
What Will I Learn in an Online Early Childhood Program?
You’ll learn to design engaging and effective curricula that meets the diverse needs of young learners and master classroom management techniques to create a positive and productive learning environment. The integration of technology in teaching will open new doors for engaging young minds, enhancing learning outcomes. Finally, you’ll develop vital professional skills such as communication, collaboration, and leadership, all of which are fundamental for a successful career in education.
What Makes IWU Different?
IWU has provided on-campus education for more than 100 years.
Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.
Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!
Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement.
Coursework for your early childhood teacher training covers how to:
These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.
ECED-105,ECED-130,ECED-301,ECED-304,ECED-401,ECED-331,ECED-411
NOTE: Applicants need to be prepared to have vaccination records on hand, if requested by an outside facility, to prevent delay of any required Field Experiences. Since this is an “outside” of IWU request, it will be up to the student to be prepared.
Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.
