The College of Education at Niagara University has a proven record of quality programs that provide you with extensive practical field experience, state-of-the-art instructional technology and an outstanding career placement reputation.

Designed for individuals who are not certified teachers, this 39-credit-hour program leads to a master's degree and initial certification in Early Childhood and Childhood Education birth-grade 6.

The program spans three semesters for full-time students and can begin in summer, spring or fall. A summer start allows completion in one year, while fall or spring starts take 15 months. The program combines online coursework, field experience, and student teaching with part-time options available.

The program is 100 percent online. Most courses will be synchronous with designated meeting times. You will join a virtual meeting with your professors and classmates on the scheduled meeting dates and times. You will be online with your camera on and ready to actively participate in class. Some courses are offered asynchronously, which means there is no designated meeting time for the class. You will complete assignments and exams according to the syllabus provided by the professor.