Program Overview
Guiding young learners with care and purpose.
Creating a brighter future requires skilled early childhood educators, as the formative years of brain development and learning are crucial for success. Lipscomb University’s online Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) in Integrated Early Childhood Education prepares current and aspiring educators to shape lives in early learning environments.
The Integrated Early Childhood Education curriculum delivers extensive instruction spanning infant-to-five-year-old development, pre-K to 3rd grade and special education. Candidates will learn foundational skills and developmental milestones, and will receive practical training in inclusive classroom settings.
Designed with a flexible, affordable approach, our curriculum offers the convenience of earning your CDA certificate, associate and bachelor's degrees, fully online on your own schedule, while still providing access to expert faculty and mentorship.
Admissions Requirements
The following are required for admission to all fully online undergraduate programs:
- Application form (online)
- Non-refundable $50 application fee
- High school transcripts (required only from undergraduate students who do not have 30 or more hours of transferable credit from a regionally-accredited college or university)
- Official transcripts from all prior colleges and universities attended (undergraduate)
- Interview with Admissions Counselor (undergraduate)
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if using financial aid
Courses
Our Faculty
Career Paths
Early Childhood Teachers
Early childhood teachers are responsible for fostering children's development and learning from infancy through age 5 and from pre-K through 3rd grade. They instruct students in foundational areas of learning, including reading, writing, math, science, art and social skills. Along with teaching, they track progress, maintain healthy communication with parents and curate a safe, high-quality learning environment.
Special Education Teachers
Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional and physical disabilities. They adapt general education lessons and teach various subjects, such as reading, writing and math, to students with mild and moderate disabilities. They also teach basic skills, such as literacy and communication techniques, to students with severe disabilities.
Early Learning Administrator
Early learning administrators work in preschools, private and commercial daycares and/or Head Start facilities. They are key leaders in ensuring a safe, successful learning environment by honing adaptability, attention to detail and a passion for early childhood learners. They curate appropriate curricula and serve as a primary liaison among parents, students and staff.
