Unlock your potential with an M.A. in Early Childhood Educational Psychology and empower you for leadership and teaching roles in programs catering to children aged from birth through 8 years and their families.

Why Study Early Childhood Educational Psychology?

Skilled counselors and educators are needed at both local and national levels. The demand is strong for compassionate individuals with a powerful educational vision who foster learning, teaching, and leadership skills. Embarking on a journey in early childhood educational psychology puts you at the forefront of advancing our society.

Why Study Early Childhood Educational Psychology 91´«Ã½?

Elevate your education journey in Early Childhood Educational Psychology 91´«Ã½, where excellence intertwines with education. Discover a program that stands out with:

Renowned Faculty: Learn from experts renowned in the field, ensuring top-tier education and mentorship.

Holistic Learning: Grasp comprehensive educational psychology knowledge, focusing on early childhood's pivotal role in learning.

Diversity Advantage: Collaborate with a diverse cohort, expanding horizons through cross-cultural perspectives.

Real-World Skills: Gain practical experience applying theory through internships and research. Tailored Excellence: Immerse in a cutting-edge curriculum, preparing you for early childhood's unique challenges.

Advocacy and Equity: Champion inclusivity and social change, driven by strong advocacy training.

Versatile Futures: Forge paths in teaching, research, program development, or policy-making.

Strategic Networking: Connect with industry leaders, fostering valuable relationships.

Choose CSUN for an empowered educational journey that fuels your passion for early childhood education's advancement, shaping a brighter collective future.

What You'll Learn

The Early Childhood Educational Psychology program focuses on:

  • Promoting child development and learning
  • Family and community relationships
  • Observing, documenting, and assessing young children and families
  • Understanding the teaching and learning process
  • Professional development

You'll focus on the design and development of cutting-edge educational tools. Our graduates are prepared for careers in higher education, corporate training and professional development.

Program Features

Designed with a variety of future educators in mind, our program offers the following:

  • Evening classes to meet the needs of working professionals
  • A distinguished faculty providing students with contemporary theories and research
  • Community service opportunities through fieldwork, including the Early Childhood Education Partnerships for Excellence
  • Leadership skills that provide students with the flexibility to accommodate new trends in the field
  • Experience with multicultural and international themes
  • Training for children with special needs and their families
  • Research methods and technology to promote positive outcomes
  • A diverse, inclusive, and vibrant learning community to support each student
  • An emphasis on cultural pathways in development through The Bridging Cultures Projectâ„¢

Careers & Outcomes

Graduates can pursue careers as:

  • Instructors of child development in community colleges
  • Specialists serving families with high-risk Infants and young children
  • Coordinators or administrators of community program services
  • Lead teachers, supervisors, or directors of early childhood education programs
  • Child advocates
  • Consultants or coaches in early childhood settings
  • Providers of professional development and training

Admission Information

To be considered for admission to CSUN as a master’s student, you will need to:

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  • Apply to both the university and the specific graduate program of interest.

Learn more about applying for a master's program 91´«Ã½.

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