Early Childhood & Early Childhood Special Education Dual Certification

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Advance your career with one of the most in-demand certifications in education.

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Flexible schedule. Online classes. Dual certification.

Our fully online Certificate of Graduate Studies (CGS) in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education (ECE/ECSE) is designed for busy working professionals and provides dual certification in just 18 months.

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In-Demand Careers

With certificates in both early childhood education and special education, you鈥檒l open doors to a range of career opportunities in schools, early intervention programs, and educational organizations.

Why ECE/ECSE? | Why Our Program?

  • ECE/ECSE is one of the most high-need certifications in education nationwide.
  • Program design fits the needs of individuals working full-time and raising a family and can be completed in just 18 months (four consecutive semesters).
  • In many cases, CGS candidates can complete required clinical placement hours in their place of employment.
  • Candidates will study under faculty who are current ECE/ECSE practitioners in our state-of-the-art facilities at recently renovated Horace Mann Hall.
  • meets the requirement of program enrollment for individuals on emergency certifications.

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The 香港六合论坛 Advantage

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The only fully online dual certification pathway for ECE/ECSE in Rhode Island.
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Fully accredited by the RI Department of Education (RIDE).
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Clinical placements meet RIDE residency guidelines.

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Nicole B.

"Being a working mom, this program has enabled me to work when I can at my pace and accomplish my goals."

- Current Student

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Feinstein School of Education and Human Development

The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at 香港六合论坛. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.