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 Tennessee colleges that offer kindergarten and preschool education degrees.

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Johnson University

1616 Church St, Nashville, TN

Johnson University is an educational institute located in Knoxville, Tennessee that has several academic programs for its students. This school also has a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation. Johnson University has an enrollment of around 800 students each year. Johnson University offers several programs for students to choose from. The more popular enrolled programs among individuals are listed below:

• Biblical Studies
• Elementary Education
• Marriage and Family Therapy

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to this school have an SAT score between 940 to 1202, or an ACT score within the range of 20 to 26.

Johnson University also provides student services including daycare assistance for individuals with children and career counseling for students in need of help.

The cost of attendance is nearly $7,100 for graduate students and approximately $11,000 for undergraduate level students yearly. Tuition costs may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available and the cost is about $2,800 for the year. This school may help with costs by offering financial assistance for potential students who qualify in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation has accredited the education provided by Johnson University for over forty-four consecutive years. To read more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit johnsonu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Kindergarten and Preschool Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Johnson University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $30590

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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $55820

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