UMass Amherst
Undergraduates at UMass Amherst may major in education with a concentration on early childhood education, leading to initial licensure and/or Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care Lead Teacher Credentials. Early childhood education students engage in a rigorous academic program as well as a carefully sequenced series of field experiences in diverse educational settings.
CIP Code:
13.0101
Early Childhood Teachers
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is the largest public research university in New England. With more than 28,000 students and over 200 distinct academic programs – including highly ranked programs in business, computer science, health care and the social sciences – UMass Amherst is one of the most comprehensive institutions in the Northeast.
