Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Philadelphia Biblical University – Langhorne 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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Philadelphia Biblical University – Langhorne (Cairn)

320 South Broad St, Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne is a place of learning located in Langhorne, PA. This school provides a variety of educational experiences for its students. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne. Philadelphia Biblical University, Langhorne offers more than twenty different programs available to students, with a Master's degree being the highest degree offered. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Religious Studies
• Guidance Counselor
• Teacher Education and Professional Development
• Business Administration
• Social Work

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, as well as any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 950 - 1160 on the SAT, or 20 - 26 for the ACT is common among accepted students.

PBU also provides student services including academic guidance for students that may require additional help and help with employment opportunities for students.

The cost of attendance is nearly $12,000 for graduate students and around $24,000 for undergraduate students yearly. The prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Student housing is available and the price is approximately $4,800 per year. Financial assistance may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

This school has been accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education since 1967. Get more information by following the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see programs available, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $40480
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $30570
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $26790

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 800
  • Average Annual Salary: $61720
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 680
  • Average Annual Salary: $56630
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Annual Salary: $60700

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