Kindergarten and Preschool Education Degree

The ever-evolving Kindergarten and Preschool Education field of study focused on preparation, development, and care of young children. In addition to learning a range of early childhood pedagogy, students will be expected to learn childhood psychology and classroom management skills before being exposed to a formal practicum. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer kindergarten and preschool education degrees.

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Erskine College and Seminary

1126 Solomon Blatt Blvd, Denmark, SC

Erskine College and Seminary is a Reformed Presbyterian Church affiliated school located in Due West, SC, which maintains a seminary for potential students seeking to become priests. Erskine College and Seminary has an enrollment of about 800 students per year. Erskine College and Seminary offers at least thirty different programs available to students, with a Doctor's degree being the highest level offered. Listed below are the more popular programs offered:

• Ministry
• Business Administration
• Biology
• Theology

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Erskine College and Seminary. Scores in a range of 18 to 25 on the ACT or 900 to 1160 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for acceptance.

Erskine College and Seminary also provides student services such as help with employment opportunities for students and academic counseling assistance for students that may require additional help.

The cost of tuition is around $33,000 for undergraduate students and $14,000 for graduate level programs, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Erskine College and Seminary. Living quarters are offered and the cost is about $5,200 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has been accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges since 1925. For information and consumer disclosures, please visit school's website.

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).