A.A. in Early Childhood Education (Non-licensure)
Start Your Career with Liberty’s Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
Teachers have a great responsibility to their students. The lessons these students learn today will shape them well into their adult years. Preschool-age children are at the most impressionable time of their lives and are excited to learn!
Educators play a critical role in the development of each child they have the opportunity to teach by meeting each of their student’s academic, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
As a Christian university, our mission is to Train Champions for Christ, and we fulfill this mission by educating those who educate others. By pursuing our A.A. degree in early childhood education, you can gain the tools you need to help raise up a new generation of young people.
Our 100% online early childhood education degree provides credentials for current teaching professionals or those preparing to enter the field for the first time. We are passionate about equipping educators with the knowledge and tools they need to create a safe, fun, and effective learning environment for students.
Our online early childhood training program is perfect for anyone seeking to learn in-demand skills and further their career as a teacher in an early childhood learning center, a preschool, a church childcare ministry, or even to homeschool their own children.
You can complete our associate degree in early childhood education in as little as 1.5 years while you stay connected with your job, community, and family. Upon the completion of this program, you will be equipped to become a Champion for Christ and make an eternal impact on the children you work with.
What Will You Study in Our Online Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education?
- Theories and methodologies of education for better teaching
- Differentiated learning and direct instruction to adapt to each child’s needs
- Behavior intervention strategies so that you can manage learning challenges in the classroom
- Child psychology to give you insights into the minds of your students
- New education approaches practiced in public and private schools
Students enrolled in Liberty University’s online A.A. in Early Childhood Education degree will have the opportunity to take classes focused on child development, learning styles, and instructional techniques. Christian life and thought courses will also be included in order to prepare teachers to help their students academically and spiritually.
Potential Career Fields with the Associate in Early Childhood Education Degree
- Churches
- Early childhood centers
- Homeschool teacher
- Preschools
- Tutoring
Benefits of Liberty’s A.A. in Early Childhood Education
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online A.A. in Early Childhood Education degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete our Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education degree in as little as 1.5 years.
Military Benefits for Undergraduate Students
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
