Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s

Shape future generations with a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education.

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In-Person
Learn at our Tigerville Campus and connect with others.
1,200+
NGU Education Graduates
South Carolina. The United States. Around the world. Over 1,200 NGU education graduates teach in both public and private schools across the globe.
200+
Years of Experience
Want to learn from the best? Our faculty have over 200 combined years of teaching experience in both public and private schools.

Shape a Lifetime of Curiosity, Growth, and Learning

Are you interested in impacting the lives of children in a variety of different settings and roles? From preschool or kindergarten settings to a private or public school teacher, this work lets you influence and create a foundational love of learning at an age when children are building crucial life skills.

With our Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education program, you’ll have the opportunity to observe teachers and students in actual classrooms, including completing a 12-hour service project to understand the various needs of students. You’ll get real-world public school experience and complete 720 field hours in a South Carolina public school prior to graduation.

Why Choose?

  • Degree Flexibility: Apply your knowledge to many different opportunities and roles, from a public school teacher to a social worker or children’s ministry director.
  • Real World Experience: Complete 720 field hours in a South Carolina public school before graduation.
  • Rewarding Career: Find the purpose and meaning that comes with supporting young lives and fostering their growth.

Program Overview

  • Why NGU?

    At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

  • Purpose

    To gain the skills and experience to work with young children. You’ll complete field hours at local South Carolina public schools to gain real-world experience and have the opportunity to connect with school principals and other local professionals.

Sample Courses

Mar 02
Early Childhood Education Year 1

Year 1 Sample Courses

  • Introduction to Education
  • Engaging the Biblical Narrative
  • Integration of Technology
  • Planning and Assessment
Mar 02
Early Childhood Education Year 2

Year 2 Sample Courses

  • Child Development
  • Oral Communications
  • Classroom Management
  • Introduction to Early Childhood Education
  • P.E. and Health Methods
Mar 02
Early Childhood Education Year 3

Year 3 Sample Courses

  • Reading and Writing in the Content Area
  • The Exceptional Learner
  • Methods and Materials for the Young Child
  • Human Growth and Development in Education
Mar 02
Early Childhood Education Year 4

Year 4 Sample Courses

  • Arts Integration
  • Family and Community Relations
  • Professional Teaching Expectations
  • Directed Student Teaching
  • Student Teaching Seminar

Get to Know Our Faculty!
Melissa Cruver, EdD
Department Chair, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Andrew S. Hodges, MEd
Program Director, Secondary Education
Sarah McKinney, MEd
Instructor, Education
Gretchen Pruden, MEd
Instructor, Education
W. LaVelle McCray, MEd
Instructor, Education
Linda O. Parker, EdD
Assistant Professor, Education
Amanda McKinney, MEd
Instructor, Education

Have any Questions about the Program?

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Melissa Cruver, EdD

Department Chair, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
864.977.2907 melissa.cruver@ngu.edu

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