Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Alvernia University prepare students for a career as a daycare provider, social worker, camp counselor, recreation work, teacher assistant, or preschool teacher. The program focuses on teaching students ranging in age from infancy through eight years, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Alvernia University

1528 Valley View Blvd., Altoona, PA

Alvernia University is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Reading, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Over 2,900 students enroll at Alvernia University yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Communications And Journalism
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1295 to 1600 on the SAT and within the range of 18 to 23 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. Alvernia University admits approximately 80 percent of students applying yearly. Of those students admitted, about 28 percent enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $29,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Alvernia University. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $5,300 each year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

Alvernia University offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.alvernia.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Alvernia University offers a bachelor's degree program in early childhood education.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, preschool teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Altoona, PA
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $11.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $24500

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, kindergarten teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Altoona, PA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Annual Salary: $46480

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).