Early Childhood and Elementary Education PreK-4 B.S.E. (on campus)
Early Childhood and Elementary Education PreK-4 B.S.E. (on campus)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION – ON CAMPUS
Equip Young Students
A teacher is perhaps the greatest influence in a young student’s life. Gain important practical experience through classroom aiding, observation and teaching opportunities in local schools. Our professors will mentor and guide you as you participate in hands-on learning activities to prepare you to teach young students.
Be mentored by caring professors
Find your fit in our community
Get involved and make a difference
PREPARATION FOR LIFE
Career Potential
You will be prepared to continue furthering your education through a master’s and doctoral degree, or to begin working with children right away in roles such as:
- Elementary School Teacher
- Preschool Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Curriculum Developer
- Education Administrator
- Early Childhood Program Director
- Childcare Center Director
“My professors do not view me as just another student with a grade. The professors at CSU invest in each student’s life in a unique way. CSU has helped me become career ready by investing in my spiritual future.”
Stephanie Leisenger
Early Childhood Ed. Major | Coudersport, PA
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
What Will You Learn?
In all of the programs at CSU, you’ll be interacting with small class sizes and professors who really care and desire to mentor you. You’ll not only receive quality academics to prepare you for your career, but discipleship to prepare you for life.
Creating engaging classroom spaces
Gain an in-depth understanding of children’s developmental needs and abilities. You will practice differentiating instruction in inclusive environments to encourage learning for every child.
Practical resources for use in the classroom
Learn essential skills like methods and approaches. You will interact with current trends and innovations in early childhood education through real-life teaching experience.
A solid biblical foundation for education
Develop a solid biblical worldview to approach teaching from. You will gain experience in different environments by student teaching at both a Christian and public school during your final semester.
YOUR COURSES
What You Will Study
Each of your courses will be taught from a biblical worldview, and you’ll learn with an intimate group of peers led by professors who care about your success.
All courses are three credits unless noted. Course descriptions can be found in the catalog.
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Program Highlights
- You will be eligible to apply for Pennsylvania state certification and from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) for teaching children from birth to grade four.
- You can easily transition into Clarks Summit University’s Master of Education program.
- Prepare to lead young learners as an educator who cares deeply for their continued development in every aspect of education and life.
Expand your opportunities!
Add a Special Education minor to qualify for additional careers in education.
Meet our Faculty
You’ll learn from professors who care deeply about you and your goals.
BEST CHOICE
CSU is Affordable
We believe every student should have the opportunity to choose a biblical higher education—regardless of their financial circumstance. That’s why we’re committed to keeping costs for students as low as possible.
UNDERGRADUATE
Average Cost
Before federal and state grants
*Anticipated typical cost for first-time, full-time, residential undergraduate CSU students for 2024-25. This cost includes tuition, housing, meals, general fee and CSU scholarships. Your total cost can be even lower if you qualify for more aid, including federal and state grants which do not have to be paid back.
Information provided by the National Center for Education Statistics.
WHY CSU?
You want to
choose a college:
- Where you can get prepared for your future.
- Where you will grow in your relationship with Christ.
- Where you truly find your fit.
Students constantly say the top reason they love CSU so much is: Community. When you’re part of the CSU community, you attend class with professors who are mentors; you do life right alongside others who want to serve their Savior, and you are welcomed into lifelong friendships that last well beyond graduation.
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