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.