THE LICENSURE AND MASTER'S PROGRAM (LAMP)
Early Childhood EDUCATION
The Licensure and Masters Program (LAMP) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) is designed for the student who already holds a baccalaureate degree in a major other than education and wants to become a licensed early childhood teacher in the State of Ohio . The program provides coursework that will lead toward initial PK - 5 teacher licensing in the State of Ohio and, at the same time, meet the requirements for a Masters Degree in Education.
LAMP graduates earn a Master of Education degree and an initial four-year resident educator license for grades PK-5.
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE. 
The Master of Education in Early Childhood Education degree is designed for those who wish to become more effective educators. Students in this program develop expertise in the theory, research and practice of working with young children.
Perfect your craft.
The ECE LAMP program consists of a variety of courses and a professional education licensure sequence. It includes three field experiences of 120 hours each (one in a preschool, and two in elementary classrooms), as well as a 75 day student teaching experience.
GET STARTED.
To begin contact LAMP@UToledo.edu or 419-530-4967 to request a Goals and Background Worksheet. This worksheet summaries your goals for the program and your undergraduate background. We will work with you to complete the worksheet and answer all your questions.
APPLY NOW.
Apply to the College of Graduate Studies. Select LAMP Early Childhood Education. View admission requirements for LAMP
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CONTACT US
Melissa Spann, LAMP Advisor
Academic Advisor/Enrollment Specialist
lamp@utoledo.edu
419-530-2495