The Early Childhood Transition to Teaching program at Indiana University Southeast offers an affordable and streamlined path for you to take a bachelor’s degree in another field to become a licensed early childhood educator. This program is tailored for career-changers eager to shape the formative years of young children.
Our program offers an accelerated pathway to earning an Early Childhood teaching license.
At IUS, you can network with other future early childhood educators in your cohort, gaining support as you pursue your license. You'll be placed in real classrooms early on in your program to apply theoretical knowledge to hands-on experiences. Our evening classes allow you spend time during the school day getting teaching experience, making your transition to the classroom smoother.
Our program emphasizes hands-on learning through in-school clinical placements. These placements provide you with practical experience in early childhood settings, where you can apply your theoretical knowledge under the mentorship of experienced educators. This real-world experience is invaluable, preparing you to manage your own classroom and effectively support young children’s development.
The curriculum of the Early Childhood Transition to Teaching program is comprehensive, covering essential topics such as child development, instructional strategies, classroom management, and curriculum design for early learners. This robust training ensures that you'll be well-prepared to create nurturing and stimulating learning environments for young children.
By completing the Early Childhood Transition to Teaching program and passing all required Indiana Department of Education exams, candidates will earn an Indiana teaching license. This program not only prepares individuals for a fulfilling career in early childhood education but also addresses the need for qualified early childhood educators.
Embark on your journey to becoming a licensed early childhood teacher at IU Southeast.
The Early Childhood Transition to Teaching licensure program is a 24-credit program that includes the following sequence of courses, which differs between the fall and spring cohorts.
If you have any questions, contact:
Caitlin Jones, Licensing Advisor
Hillside Hall, Room 108D
4201 Graduate Line Road
New Albany,
IN
47150
USA
812-941-2251
cbyerley@iu.edu
Indiana University Southeast
(812) 941-2333