About the Program

The program is a 12 credit post-masters certificate program to advance research, policy, leadership, and data-driven practice in early education and care. Courses provide advanced study in early education research methods, action research, policy, leadership, organizational change, and the science of child development and early learning. It is designed to inspire a new generation of leaders in early childhood education. These advanced graduate courses focus on the skills and knowledge students need to impact the future of early education. Graduates of the program will be equipped to: shape public policy, translate theory into practice, use research to lead change, and teach future generations of educators.