About

This Early Childhood Studies degree offers an engaging exploration of childhood experiences and the profound impact these experiences have on a child's development. You will delve into childhood education from various critical perspectives, investigating the many factors shaping childhood experience. You will have the chance to engage with the local community through practical projects. This means you can apply your knowledge to create solutions for real-world issues. This early childhood degree also provides insight into what jobs you can do with an early childhood degree, broadening your career prospects. Our academic team boasts a diverse range of professional backgrounds and cultural perspectives. We have over 100 years of combined experience in the field of early childhood studies. This bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education course is available online to accommodate different learning preferences and lifestyles.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Preschool Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, Montessori Teacher, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Head Start Program Educator, Child Development Center Instructor, Teacher’s Aide or Assistant Teacher, Curriculum Developer (ECE focus), Instructional Coordinator, Education Program Designer, Early Literacy Specialist, STEAM Integration Specialist (PK–3), Childcare Center Director, Education Program Manager, Preschool Director, Early Learning Coordinator, Family Support Specialist.

Eligibility

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Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Concordia University Chicago below;

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Concordia University Chicago will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes


January, 2026

From July, 2025 to November, 2025

September, 2026

From August, 2025 to April, 2026

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