Early Childhood Educator Certificate I
Start your journey to making a difference in children’s lives with the Building Puentes program’s Early Childhood Educator Certificate I. Gain essential skills to create high-quality learning environments for children (birth to eight years), and build a foundation for roles like classroom assistant, lead teacher or community service programs. Space in each certificate course is limited to only 20 students, so apply and register early.
This certificate program is 18 credit hours (six courses) and is taught bilingually (English and Spanish). Support services such as ESL courses and tutoring can help prepare you for when courses have more English instruction. The certificate program will be delivered mostly online, with some in-person requirements for field observations and experience.
Take a first step in becoming a lead teacher or program director.- Learn critical skills that can help both children and their families.
Tuition Cost
- 1 credit hour: $299
- 3 credit hours: $897
- 18 credit hours (full program): $4,784
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Program Highlights
No experience necessary
This certificate program is open to all. No prerequisites are required.
Financial aid and scholarships available
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Students who complete the certificate may pursue Associate of Applied Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in early childhood education for a kindergarten-to third-grade educator license.