Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Lincoln Christian 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 Illinois colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Lincoln Christian University

One University Parkway, Romeoville, IL

Lincoln Christian University, located in Lincoln, Illinois, is a school dedicated to providing faith-filled education. The school maintains a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. Lincoln Christian College has a yearly student enrollment of around a thousand. Lincoln Christian College offers more than twenty different programs available to students, with a Doctor's degree being the highest degree granted. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology
• Theology
• Theological and Ministerial Studies
• Ministry

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, as well as any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to Lincoln Christian University score between 18 - 25 on the ACT.

Lincoln Christian College also offers services for students including flexible scheduling for working or busy students, help with employment opportunities for students, and academic guidance for students that may require additional help.

The cost of tuition is approximately $16,000 for undergraduate programs and $14,000 for graduate students, but may change yearly. Students may to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal cost estimates. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $3,100. This school may help with costs by offering financial assistance for students who qualify in the form of grants and loans.

The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission has accredited the instruction & training provided by Lincoln Christian University for over four consecutive years. Get more information by following the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see programs available, tuition, and disclosures.

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 12
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $32510
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 380
  • Average Hourly Rate: $11.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $23400
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $34510

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $57270
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Annual Salary: $46520
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 320
  • Average Annual Salary: $58600

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