Prepare for a Rewarding Career in Early Childhood Studies

Complete your bachelor’s degree at Chestnut Hill College in one of our holistic education programs, including: Early Childhood Studies (core courses offered 100% online), Early Childhood Studies with Montessori Early Childhood Credential, or Early Childhood Studies With Montessori Infant/Toddler Credential! Our Accelerated Adult Degree Program (AADP) combines flexibility and support to make degree completion possible for busy adults like you.
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Your Fulfilling Career in Early Childhood Studies Starts Here

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Impact the next generation with a B.S. in Early Childhood Studies, which combines a liberal arts background with specific training in educational and child psychology, curriculum methods and materials, and extensive fieldwork. This program has an online option and is intended for those working with young children who are not seeking teacher certification in the state of Pennsylvania.
In addition to the training listed in the early education studies program above, the Montessori infant toddler credential offers courses on the philosophy and educational theory of Dr. Maria Montessori and the application of her method. This program prepares students for the internship in an infant toddler Montessori classroom and for fulfilling careers in the field.
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In addition to the training listed in the early education studies program above, the Montessori early childhood credential offers courses on the philosophy and educational theory of Dr. Maria Montessori and the application of her method. These two programs prepare students for the internship in an early childhood or infant/toddler Montessori classroom and for fulfilling careers in the field.

At CHC, Going Back Means Moving Forward

Accelerated Format

For faster degree completion, the calendar year is divided into six, 8-week sessions. You may enter any degree program at the beginning of any session.

Program Flexibility

Courses are offered on campus, online, and in a hybrid format (depending upon program). Classes are conveniently offered in the evenings (6–9pm) on Monday-Thursday to fit your busy schedule. The best part is that your weekends remain free!

Credit Opportunities

You can start a program without previous college experience or transfer up to 75 credits. We also offer alternative options to earn credit through previous work experience, volunteer experience, or CLEP exams.

Transfer up to 75 Credits

and earn credit for real-world experiences

Financial Aid Opportunities

including grants and scholarships

Online, on-campus & hybrid

degree options available

Montessori credentials available

(degree and non-credit)

Take Your Next Step Toward an Impactful Career in Education

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Accelerated Adult Degree Program
9601 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Email: AdultDegree@chc.edu
Phone: 215.248.7001

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