Early Childhood Education BA

Early Childhood Education BA

The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education leads to a New Mexico Early Childhood Teacher PreK-Grade 3 Licensure and successful completion of all NMPED required exams. The program offers extensive experience in both public and private schools. Instruction is centered on knowledge, skills and dispositions critical to student success among culturally and linguistically diverse populations.

Program Objectives

• Develop advanced understanding of child development, learning theory, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Build skills in designing, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children.
• Strengthen leadership, assessment, and communication skills for early childhood education settings.
• Prepare students for teacher licensure pathways and professional roles in early learning environments.

Curriculum

• Advanced child development and early learning theory
• Curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment practices
• Classroom leadership, behavior guidance, and family engagement
• Early childhood program administration, ethics, and professional standards

This program is an excellent opportunity to further your expertise in early childhood education and prepare for impactful roles supporting young children’s growth and development. We look forward to supporting you throughout your academic and professional journey.