Education - Early Childhood/Childhood
A flexible education program that works around your schedule
Alfred University, in collaboration with SUNY Corning, is offering a Bachelor’s Degree completion program in Early Childhood/Childhood Education with classes primarily on the SUNY Corning campus. The program consists of an integrated blend of professional education methods, coursework and field-based opportunities in area schools that meet the academic requirements of the New York State Education Department for certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth - 2nd Grade) and Childhood Education (1st - 6th grade).
Major
Early Childhood/Childhood Education (BS)
Minor
none offered
- EDUC 105 Education Perspectives
- EDUC 230 Psychological Foundations of Education
- EDUC 374 Integrated Methods
- EDUC 375 Early Childhood/Childhood Practicum
- EDUC 461 Student Teaching
- EDUC 471 Methods of Teaching Literacy
- EDUC 473 Assessment in the Early Childhood/Childhood Classroom
- EDUC 472 Competency Skills in Teaching Literacy
- EDUC 474 Orientation to the Early Childhood/Childhood Classroom
- Psychology Electives (to satisfy NYS’s Learning Standard for an academic area concentration)
Total Credits - 63
- Associate of Science Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences: Education/Childhood Education from SUNY Corning completed by the end of the semester preceding enrollment in the AU degree completion program
- Minimum overall GPA of 2.0
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 (and no course grade lower than a C) in Education/Childhood Education major courses taken at SUNY Corning
- Personal statement
- College transcript for every institution attended and degree level
- Letter of recommendation, preferably from an advisor or faculty member
- Program Interview coordinated through Alfred University
Through an integrated blend of professional education methods, coursework, and field-based opportunities in local schools, students are prepared to meet the academic requirements of the New York State Education Department for dual certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth - 2nd Grade) and Childhood Education (1st - 6th Grade). The Alfred University / SUNY Corning partnership offers a unique pathway for aspiring educators to gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, equipping them for success in diverse classroom settings.
Upon completion of the program, the student is expected to:
- Exhibit a strong understanding of the subject matter they will teach, including the ability to apply this knowledge in real-world classroom settings. This includes both content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge specific to the age group they will instruct.
- Design and deliver inclusive, engaging, and differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners. They will use evidence-based practices to foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration in their classrooms.
- Build safe, respectful, and motivating classroom environments. This includes implementing strategies for classroom management, promoting social-emotional learning, and encouraging positive student behavior.
- Be skilled in designing, implementing, and interpreting assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction. They will use formative and summative assessments to provide meaningful feedback and to adapt their teaching methods to improve student outcomes.
- Display professional behavior, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous growth as educators. They will actively seek professional development opportunities, collaborate with colleagues, and engage with families and communities to enhance student learning experiences.
Graduates of this Early Childhood/Childhood Education program will meet the requirements for initial certificates as early childhood (birth-grade 2) and childhood (grades 1-6) teachers. Teachers that hold the initial certificate are then required to complete a Master’s Degree in Education within 5 years and teach 3 years full-time in order to receive their professional certificate in teaching.