MEd in Early Childhood Education

Foster a Foundation for Learning

The early years of a child’s education are crucial for establishing a foundation for lifelong learning and success. Formalize your efforts and desire to help children develop essential skills by earning your Master of Education degree in Early Childhood Education online or at our Manchester, N.H., campus.

If you are passionate about helping young children achieve important developmental milestones and find great joy in fostering a patient and understanding learning environment, this degree will help you on your career path.

Successful completion of this program prepares you for New Hampshire state licensure in Early Childhood Education (pre-K through third grade). The Early Childhood Education degree program also offers a customized track for certified teachers seeking an additional endorsement.

Candidates seeking a comparable teaching or administrative license in a state other than New Hampshire must meet the out-of-state certification/licensure requirements for your state to be licensed. Please note that we currently are accepting applications for this program only from residents of the following states: New Hampshire, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maine, Vermont and Virginia. Use the navigation tool to the right to learn more about state requirements.

Benefits of the MEd in Early Childhood
Education Degree

• Offered by a respected, private, nonprofit university.
• Online or on campus courses with flexible schedules for busy teachers.
• No GMAT or GRE required for admission.
• Learn innovative curriculum, leadership and educational practices from instructors who are accomplished academics and industry experts.
• One-to-one personalized support from an academic advisor.
• Graduate in less than two years, with two courses per 11-week term.
• In-class and online Early Childhood Education degree course work leads to the same Southern New Hampshire University diploma.