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Early Childhood Program Administration

Learn how to lead early childhood care and education programs through an 18-credit online minor. Explore administration, child development, family engagement and the day-to-day responsibilities of managing quality programs.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
Fully Online
Credit Hours
18 Total
Careers
Education, Preschool, Daycare, Workers, Secondary
Early Childhood Program Administration students at EIU

Why Study Early Childhood Program Administration at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework.
  • Build real-world knowledge and skills in early childhood programs.
  • Gain insight into the various aspects of administration.
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Collaborative learning experiences.
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work.
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Hands-On Experience, Early Childhood Program Administration students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The online Early Childhood Program Administration minor prepares students to support and lead child care, preschool and other early learning programs. Coursework provides a broad understanding of program administration, child development, family relationships and professional practice. The flexible 18-credit minor complements majors in education, human services, psychology, business and related fields.

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$66,717
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Education & Childcare Administrators,…
  • Childcare Workers
  • Education Administrators,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
aagray@eiu.edu
1046 Klehm Hall
217-581-5310
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Dianne Timm
Chair, School of Human Development
dtimm@eiu.edu
2109
217-581-5327
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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