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Master of Early Childhood Education

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Two-year diploma preparing students to work with young children, Families and communities.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate concepts and methods in Early Childhood Education to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Four semesters of child development
Observation and documentation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Early Childhood Educator
Special Needs Educator
Infant Toddler Educator (certification routes)

Curriculum

Four semesters of child development
Observation and documentation
Guiding and caring
Health and nutrition
Infant-toddler care
Working with families
Inclusive practice and administration
Each paired with a practicum (Practicum I to IV). A pass in all practicums and 70% in each course are required.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor degree with course-by-course NACES-approved evaluation of international transcripts
International minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (some programmes differ)
Some programmes require GMAT/GRE
Portfolio
Interview or a teaching licence.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree with course-by-course NACES-approved evaluation of international transcripts (8+ weeks), International minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, Some programmes require GMAT/GRE.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 53

Documents you’ll need

Degree Certificate
Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
English Language Evidence (if applicable).

How to apply

Review the admission requirements for Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education. Prepare the academic records and supporting documents requested for this qualification. Submit an application using the institution's published admissions process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any applicable application fee if required. Await an admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$27,116 USD
Application fee	$65 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Johnson City
Faculty or school	Faculty or school requires confirmation
Department	Department of Early Childhood Education
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
5 Jan 2027
53 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
5 Jan 2027
53 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.