5 BA in Liberal Studies: Early Childhood Education (Pre K – 2nd Initial License)
Early Childhood Licensure Pathway
Overview
Degree Requirements
Check List
To meet the Massachusetts DESE requirements for licensure programs, students will be required to complete fieldwork, a practicum experience in Massachusetts, and virtual synchronous meetings for the SEI Endorsement.
Students also need to factor in MTEL exams throughout each Academic Year. It is recommended to take no more than 4-5 courses each semester to allow time to prepare for and take these exams. All exams must be completed prior to Practicum.
Year 1:
- ENG 124
- Communication and Literacy MTEL Exam
- EDU 110
- EDU 211
- EDU 212
- Early Childhood MTEL Exam
Year 2
- MAT 161, 162, 163
- EDU 300
- EDU 323
- Foundations of Reading MTEL Exam
- Apply for KDP
Year 3
- EDU 330
- EDU 348 required weekly Zoom for SEI Endorsement
- EDU 350
- Plan for Practicum