Chestnut Hill College’s Accelerated Adult Degree Program is designed for the adult learner. The Early Childhood Studies program combines a sound liberal arts background with specific training in educational and child psychology, curriculum methods and materials, and extensive fieldwork. This program is intended for those working with young children who are not seeking teacher certification in the state of Pennsylvania.

NEW ONLINE FORMAT OPTION
Students interested in pursuing this degree may choose to study in traditional, in-person classroom settings, or select an all-online class option--OR utilize a combination of both traditional and online coursework--to complete this degree.

Scholarship Opportunities

Students in these programs may be eligible for PA T.E.A.C.H. Scholarships and/or PHMC ECE PDO Scholarships.

Here is the link to apply to T.E.A.C.H.

https://www.pacca.org/teach_scholarship.php

Please contact Elaine R. Green, Ed.D. PHMC Grant/SCPS Administrator at green@chc.edu for information about PHMC ECE PDO Scholarships.

These support funds are available to students who are:

• Currently enrolled (or planning to enroll) in one of these programs ( Childcare Management, Early Childhood Studies, Early Childhood Studies with a Montessori Infant Toddler Credential, and Early Childhood Studies with a Montessori Early Childhood Credential)