Certificate in Early Childhood Education: AdmissionsCertificate in Early Childhood Education: Admissions

Certificate in Early Childhood Education: Admissions

To enroll in the in the early childhood education certificate program at California University of Pennsylvania, you must have a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree with elementary, early childhood, or special education teaching certification.

Send the following application materials to:

School of Graduate Studies and Research
California University of Pennsylvania
Box 91
250 University Ave.
California, PA 15419

  • A completed Online Application.
  • An official transcript from every institution attended
  • A copy of all current professional teaching certificates held
  • A current resume documenting professional work experience with children including ages/grades.

Additional Program Requirements:

  • Evidence of an earned GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
  • The program is open to students with a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree with elementary, early childhood, or special education teaching certification.
  • Previous teaching experience is not required, but teaching certification is required for admission.
  • The program coordinator and faculty will determine final recommendation for admission to the program.