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Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

University of North Florida

Jacksonville, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

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

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
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

Secondary school diploma with transcripts and course-by-course evaluation; 4 English
4 maths
3 natural science
3 social science
2 foreign language credits; SAT/ACT/CLT scores; 2.5 recalculated GPA minimum; English proficiency (IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE 53
Duolingo 110) unless exempt; financial affidavit for the I-20. Some majors are selective and need C or better in listed prerequisites.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Secondary school diploma (12-13 years of study) with transcripts and course-by-course credential evaluation; 4 English, 4 math, 3 natural science, 3 social science, 2 foreign language, 2 electives; SAT/ACT/CLT scores; transfer applicants with college credit via transfer admission; Affidavit of Financial Support for the I-20

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

High School Transcripts
English Proficiency Evidence

How to apply

Check the international admission requirements and deadlines. Apply online with the UNF application and pay the 30 USD fee. Submit secondary school transcripts with course-by-course credential evaluation
SAT/ACT/CLT scores
English proficiency evidence and the Affidavit of Financial Support. Receive the admission decision. Request the I-20 through the applicant portal and apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,635 - $18,363 USD
Application fee	$30 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	Silverfield College of Education and Human Services
Department	Teaching, Learning and Curriculum
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International applicants may qualify for merit-based nonresident tuition waivers and limited International Center scholarships. Awards require the relevant GPA, enrollment, and application criteria; not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
139 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.