Master of Arts: Early Childhood Education
Furman's graduate program is designed for the classroom teacher. We know the challenges school teachers face each and every day, and we are committed to preparing educators who are scholars and leaders.The master's of arts degree in education is for certified teachers. Early Childhood, Special Education and TESOL are all add-on certifications. (Concentration is for teachers who have met South Carolina Department of Education Requirements for certification in elementary education.)
Students must complete an approved program of study consisting of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work with an overall B average and no more than two grades of C. Included in the program is a prescribed core of four courses (12 hours) in education.
The education department reserves the right to make appropriate substitutes for the required core courses and to designate other courses to complete any individual program of study. All work for the master's degree, including transferred credit, must be completed within a period of six years.
The Undergraduate Evening Studies (UES) program at Furman and UCG was created for adults who maintain busy lives such as career and family responsibilities while attending school. Your needs - a quality education at appropriate times and an affordable price - are addressed in all aspects of the program. Convenient class schedules, simplified admission / registration procedures, a reduced fee structure, and specially-designed degree requirements help to eliminate many of the barriers that have traditionally prevented adults from attaining the education they want and deserve.