Want to expand your impact? The Preschool Add-On Licensure may be your next step. This program is for licensed teachers in elementary education, special education or family and consumer sciences who want to teach children ages 3 to 5. With online, on-campus and evening options available, it's built to fit your schedule.

Birth to Kindergarten
You know how important the early years are in shaping a child’s future, and so do we. Our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Birth to Kindergarten Education program prepares you to make a real impact from day one. Get hands-on experience in real classrooms and learn from experts. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to step into your own inclusive classroom with confidence.
Degrees

Program Highlights
Get the tools to teach and care for children from birth through kindergarten. In this program, you’ll learn how to support young children’s growth across all areas, including physical, emotional, social and cognitive. You’ll also explore how to work with families and build strong partnerships that support early learning. Your courses will focus on:
- Child development, including children with and without disabilities
- Planning and leading inclusive, age-appropriate lessons
- Creating safe, supportive classroom environments
- Working with families and community organizations
You’ll also complete hands-on teaching through a full-time internship. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to apply for your North Carolina teaching license.

Hands-On Classroom Experience

Personalized Advising and Support
Admission Requirements



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After UNCP

The education program at UNCP is filled with great students and even more amazing professors. Due to the small class sizes, I was able to thrive as a student and build personal relationships with my professors, who pushed me to become the teacher I am today.
Anna Oxendine
Common Careers
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Preschool Teacher
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Head Start or NC Pre-K Teacher
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Inclusive Classroom Educator
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Early Intervention Specialist
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Early Childhood Program Coordinator
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The Educator Preparation Program is fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and leads to initial licensure in North Carolina.