Masters of Science In Education - Early Childhood Major with Licensure (PreK-3)
This program leads to a Masters of Science In Education - Early Childhood Major with Licensure (PreK-3). Accredited by the National Association of Early Childhood Association, the master's program in early childhood education concentrates on the teaching of children from infancy through third grade with an emphasis on education in child-care centers, preschools, and kindergartens, as well as public schools. Out-of-school learning, including parent education, and the young child's interaction with the family is a major focus.
In order to complete the requirements for the Master of Science in Early Childhood Education, one must take 36 semester hours, including the practicum and student teaching.* In addition to the 36 semester hours, there are two pre-requisite education courses required: Developmental Reading and Educational Application of Technology. The other entrance requirements are listed below.
Individuals entering this masters program in early childhood education must already possess a bachelor's degree in the liberal arts and sciences (or equivalent). For those who desire to be licensed in the state of Virginia, prerequisite course work must meet the Virginia stated competencies for PreK-3 and must fulfill the following requirements: English - 12 semester hours; Mathematics - 9 semester hours; Science - 9 semester hours; History - 6 semester hours; Social science - 6 semester hours and Computer/technology - 3 semester hours.
Those who have completed the undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary studies at Old Dominion University will have completed all of the necessary prerequisite coursework required by the state of Virginia and will be qualified to apply for entrance into the master's program. In addition, the undergraduate IDS degree provides enough special education courses to qualify for a minor in special education. With a master's degree in early childhood education, these students will be highly marketable - with expertise, not only in teaching regular education but special needs children as well. (Please see the College of Arts and Letters section of the catalog for baccalaureate degree requirements in interdisciplinary studies.)
Contact Dr. Stephen Tonelson, stonelso@odu.edu, 757-683-6295
Adviser: Ms. Arminda Israel, aisrael@odu.edu, 757-683-3348