Early Childhood Education - Statewide

Make a Lasting Impression

If you were fortunate enough to have an amazing teacher at an early age, then you know it’s something you never forget. With a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Ferris, you’ll build the skill set you need to shape young minds and instill a foundation of learning that your students will take with them for the rest of their lives.

As an early childhood educator, you’ll introduce your students to entirely new worlds. You’ll teach them the joy of discovery, the enchantment of learning, and the power of imagination. To prepare you for such a vital role, Ferris offers you in-depth courses on every aspect of child growth and advancement.

Schedule a free appointment with a local Ferris advisor to get started.

Already finished your bachelor's degree? Check out our graduate programs in education.

A Community Cornerstone: Teachers are an important part of every kid's life and community. According to the High/Scope Perry Preschool Study, children who complete an early education program are more likely to complete high school, commit fewer crimes, hold steadier works and earn higher wages.

Save Thousands: Thanks to our partnerships with community colleges across Michigan, earning your Ferris State University degree at an off-campus location can save you thousands of dollars. Take many of your courses at your local community college's inexpensive tuition rate and apply them directly to your Ferris degree. Check out our transfer guides for details.

Expanded Options: Passionate, inspired and highly-qualified, our Early Childhood Education graduates are sought after by a diverse range of organizations, including preschools and kindergartens, day care facilities, hospitals and recreation centers.

This program has been designed as a degree completion program. You will need a minimum number of credit hours to enter this program. Contact a local or online advisor for all of the details.

Our transfer process and community college partnerships will help you maximize the number of credits you bring to Ferris, saving you time and money. Check out our transfer guides to get an idea of what your transfer to Ferris might look like.