Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Trevecca Nazarene 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 Tennessee colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Trevecca Nazarene University

Also known as Tennessee Tech University

1 William L. Jones Drive, Cookeville, TN

Trevecca Nazarene University is a nonprofit private institution located in Nashville, TN and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school's Church of the Nazarene affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Enrollment at Trevecca Nazarene University exceeds two thousand per year.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Library Science

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at Trevecca Nazarene University. A score between 880 to 1140 on the SAT, or 19 to 24 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school accepts approximately 70 percent of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, around 34 percent registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $23,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,100 each year. Some students at Trevecca Nazarene University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Trevecca Nazarene University "Trojans" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.trevecca.edu.

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

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

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