Early Childhood Education Courses for Teachers
Fresno Pacific University offers educators the opportunity to expand their skills in a wide variety of topics and earn needed professional development courses, all 100% online! These courses provide a high-quality, convenient professional development option for teachers. In another bonus, they can immediately implement what they learn into classrooms.
There are 10 early childhood education courses offered by Fresno Pacific University, each taught by a subject matter expert. Courses cover important topics such as observation and assessment of young children, guidance in social emotional behavior, science for young learners, counting and other early math skills, and parents as partners in special education. Teachers also can take courses that provide skills in teaching patterns and behavioral management in early childhood classrooms.
Earning credits through online courses can make a significant contribution to career advancement by meeting state or district requirements for professional development. Fresno Pacific University designs these courses to empower teachers to elevate their careers and enhance their skills in the classroom.
Choose Your Early Childhood Education Course
Complete anytime within a year after enrollment
Start with These Popular Early Childhood Education Courses
- ECE-900 | Early Childhood Education: Guiding Documents
- ECE-901 | Observation / Assessment of Young Children
- ECE-902 | Guidance in Social / Emotional Behavior
- ECE-903 | Differentiated Instruction for Young Learners
- ECE-904 | Inclusion of Children With Exceptionalities
- ECE-905 | Science for Young Learners
- ECE-906 | Early Literacy and Core Standards
- ECE-907 | Parents As Partners in Early Childhood
- ECE-911 | Counting & Other Early Math Skills
- ECE-912 | Teaching Patterns in the ECE Classroom
- ECE-913 | Behavior Management in ECE Classrooms
- ECE-914 | STEM in the ECE Classroom
Certificates
In addition to individual Early Childhood Education courses, Fresno Pacific University offers an Early Childhood Education Certificate. Educators receive the certificate by earning 15 total credits from completing individual Early Childhood Education courses.
Student Insights
“This course did a great job of focusing on the critical importance of social and emotional skills and incorporating practices into all classrooms!”
“I enjoyed the self-paced aspect of this course. Additionally, I appreciated the content being applicable to my career and provided resources that I can implement immediately.”
“The course was challenging but there was a lot of information and I learned a lot.”
Why Choose FPU For
Professional Development
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ConvenienceThe convenience of completing courses online allows you to increase your skills while working full time.
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FlexibilityEnroll in the required and elective courses one at a time and take up to an entire year to complete each one. There is no need to visit the Fresno Pacific University Campus.
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SupportFPU has created a supportive online experience. Instructors are available to answer questions, give feedback, and provide guidance.
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AffordabilityPay for each course as you go through the program. There is no need to fund the cost of the certificate upfront.
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ExpertiseCourse instructors at FPU have classroom teaching experience and advanced degrees and are instrumental in the development of engaging courses.
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SalaryFPU professional development courses can help you earn certifications and salary increases. Depending on your location, some school districts offer tens of thousands of dollars per year for course units.