The Bachelor of Arts in Education with a concentration in Early Childhood Teaching Preparation prepares students to be educators in the field of Early Childhood Education. Students consider, research, and learn to teach children with diverse backgrounds and ability levels. Students create a professional portfolio, partake in mock interviews, and are connected to leading Early Childhood Education agencies in the area. The certificate meets State of California Community Care Licensing Title 22 requirements to be a fully qualified teacher for a Title 22 (private) childcare (preschool, and school age) program. The Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAEd) degree prepares students to seek employment in entry-level positions in elementary or secondary education. Students learn to adapt curriculum to the needs of children from diverse backgrounds and ability levels.
Career Path
Graduate career paths includes Preschool Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, Early Childhood Education Teacher , Childcare Center Teacher, Head Start Program Teacher, Montessori Teacher (with certification), Special Education Assistant (Early Years), Early Intervention Specialist (with additional credentials), Home-Based Early Childhood Educator, Teacher Assistant (Early Childhood Classrooms), Parent Educator (Early Learning Programs), Literacy Coach (Early Grades), After-School Program Instructor (Young Children), Early Childhood Curriculum Assistant.
Graduate student can work up to 20 hours per week and full time during official school breaks and vacations. Post completion Optional Practical Training allows graduates to work for 12 months and STEM graduate are eligible for a 24 month extension.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Westcliff University below;
1. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
5. CV
Westcliff University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12 year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:
Pre sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
