Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

If you love helping young children thrive, it may be more affordable than you think to turn your passion into a career. Earn your Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education online with Ashworth College and experience one of the most practical, flexible, and competitively priced programs in the country.

Studying at your own pace, you will explore comprehensive, career-focused courses in child development, teaching techniques, and more. As you do so, you will learn from instructors with first-hand experience in education—and accumulate the required formal education hours to apply toward a CDA Credential™.

Online Early Childhood Education Degree Curriculum

Through our online Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree, you’ll take the first steps toward a rewarding career working with children while also fulfilling the education requirements to earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Your online classes include:

Careers in Early Childhood Education
Child Development
Curriculum Development
Early Childhood Literacy

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What you get

120 hours of professional education to apply to your CDA Credential™
A combination of textbooks and online lessons
Student Portal dashboard for instant access to lessons and support
Learning Resource Center online libraries and labs
ProQuest® digital access to thousands of sources for research
An active online community of fellow students, staff, and grads

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Job opportunities

Employment of childcare workers is expected to be favorable in the coming years. Upon earning your Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree online, you could be exceptionally well-prepared for a leadership role in one of the 170,100 new jobs that will be created for childcare workers through 2031*.

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Our partnerships and online tools are here to help you as soon as you enroll.

FLEXIBLE
STUDIES

Complete each semester in as few as six months based on your study pace.

AFFORDABLE
LEARNING

Reasonable tuition and payment plans let you learn without loans.

CAREER
RESOURCES

Our partnerships and online tools are here to help you as soon as you enroll.

FLEXIBLE
STUDIES

Complete each semester in as few as six months based on your study pace.

AFFORDABLE
LEARNING

Reasonable tuition and payment plans let you learn without loans.

Frequently asked questions

You may be taking your first steps into higher education. Or you may be considering online study for the first time. Whatever your situation, we’re here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you have.

How much does an early childhood educator make?

While your salary can vary based on the job path you pursue we included a few examples. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics the median salary for a preschool teacher is $29,780** while the median salary for a Childcare Center Director is $47,940.***

What jobs are available to an Early Childhood Educator?

With a bachelor's degree in Early childhood education you have many job opportunities available to you. A few examples include: Preschool Teacher, Childcare center director, Tutor, and Home-based service provider.

Should I earn my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education online?

Earning your Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree online makes sense if you want to prepare for a fulfilling, in-demand field. Your studies ensure that you have a broad understanding of important general subjects and a deep grasp of concepts and skills for the real world. The best part is the convenience. You can earn your online Early Childhood Education degree without rearranging your life.

Are there any career services available to Early Childhood Education degree graduates?

After you graduate, you'll retain access to your account on the Ashworth College Central Network. The online toolkit for job search preparation is integrated with your lessons so you can be fully prepared to make a good impression on potential employers. As an alum, you'll be able to brush up on your Ashworth College Central Network and use your account as much as you like.

What happens if it takes me longer than six months to complete a semester?

Unlike other online Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree programs, we allow you up to four (4) years from the date of your enrollment to graduate and earn your degree. A self-paced, flexible study schedule is one of the many advantages of Ashworth College.

Related programs

Earning your online Early Childhood Education degree is just one educational option for you. You might also consider one of our other related programs.

State requirements

A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government, and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state. Click here for contact information on state licensing/regulatory boards and certain professional licensing information.

NOTE: This program is not intended to lead to teacher certification.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Childcare Workers (October 4, 2022).

**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Preschool Teachers, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/preschool-teachers.htm.

***Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Preschool and Childcare Center Directors,on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/preschool-and-childcare-center-directors.htm.