The online Bachelor of Applied Science, Early Childhood Education Emphasis explores best practices in early childhood education, supports children’s inquiry and development and solidifies your skills to become a leader and advocate in the field. This emphasis area prepares you to work as an educator who supports young children’s development and collaborates with families.
Note: This emphasis area is only available to students who are taking classes 100% online.
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To qualify for the Bachelor of Applied Science, you must have a completed Intermediate Technical Certificate, Advanced Technical Certificate or technical associate degree (AAS or equivalent) from an accredited college or university.
You also must have not already earned a bachelor’s degree.
Application Instructions for the Bachelor of Applied Science
The online Bachelor of Applied Science, Early Childhood Education Emphasis is a 120-credit program that includes the following:
Review the following table for details on the early childhood education emphasis courses.
| Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| ED-ESP 221 Foundations of Professional Practices: ECE/ECSE | 3 |
| ED-ESP 223 Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ED-ESP 360 Environments and Observation in Early Childhood | 3 |
| ED-ESP 361 Place-Based and Outdoor Education in Early Childhood | 3 |
| ED-ESP 362 Fieldwork in Early Childhood: Place-Based Education | 3 |
| ED-ESP 363 Inquiry-Based Learning in Early Childhood | 3 |
| ED-ESP 364 Fieldwork in Early Childhood: Inquiry-Based Learning | 3 |
| ED-ESP 365 Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
Official course descriptions and degree plans are published on the undergraduate catalog website.
To find a course, click the “Courses” tab and select the drop-down list that aligns with your desired course prefix (e.g. ED-ESP 221). You may also use the search bar to search for the course prefix.
The early childhood education emphasis is only available to students who are taking classes 100% online. Students who take classes 100% online pay $375 per credit during the 2024-25 academic year. Estimated book costs for the entire program equal $1,500. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.
Students applying to this program are encouraged to apply for scholarships to help fund their education.
Note to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to the early childhood education emphasis.
Gain hands-on experience, develop your technical skills and network with other learners across the country. As a student in this program, you will be well-prepared to work as an early childhood educator, support young children’s development and collaborate with families.
From application to graduation, students are supported throughout their education journey at Boise State.
Boise State Online’s Bachelor of Applied Science is well-equipped to accommodate military service members and is an approved AU-ABC program. Whether you are on active duty, a veteran or a civilian, our team is here to support you as you earn your bachelor’s degree.
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Boise State’s online programs are specifically created for online learning, offer the same support as our traditional degree programs and are ranked in the top 8% of online bachelor’s degrees in the country by U.S. News and World Report.
Boise State maintains authorization to offer online programs in Idaho and beyond. Detailed information about state authorization is available on the eCampus Center website.
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