The University of Toledo

Online Master's Degree - Early Childhood Education

The online Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education (non-licensure) reflects the latest in theory, research, and practice to help teachers become more effective in the classroom Faculty in Early Childhood Education are nationally-recognized scholars who work with graduate students on various projects, papers, and grants and are active in schools and agencies at the local, state, and national levels.

The Master of Education in Early Childhood Education is a 36-semesterhour program:

Core Courses - 12 hours
Specialty Courses in Early Childhood - 18 hours
Culminating Activity (Thesis or Project) - 6 hours

The Judith Herb College of Education offers three different graduate degrees in early childhood education. Each program is designed collaboratively by the student and a faculty advisor in order to best meet the needs of the student. Applications are accepted throughout the year. The University of Toledo is regionally accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) and is authorized to offer degrees online.

For information please contact:

Student Services Staff
Email: utdl@utoledo.edu
Phone: 419-530-8835; 866-UTOLEDO toll free

Professor Richard Welsch
Interim Chair Early Childhood, Physical & Special Education
Email: richard.welsch@utoledo.edu 
Phone: 419.530.7736 with any course specific questions.

The University of Toledo is regionally accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) and is authorized to offer degrees online. The Judith Herb College of Education is accredited by The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).