Early Childhood Education Licensure: Post-Baccalaureate Program

Admission requirements for post-baccalaureate candidates seeking licensure in Early Childhood Education include evidence of having at least a conferred bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and meeting the criteria for formal admission to the Teacher Licensure program. Upon application to the program, copies of transcripts from all accredited colleges attended must be on file with the University or submitted directly to the Teacher Application Center after attending an Application Meeting. Official transcripts from the institution from which the bachelor’s degree was earned should be sent to the MSU Denver Office of Admissions. Post-baccalaureate Early Childhood Education licensure candidates should consult with an advisor in Early Childhood Education prior to registering for any course. Candidates must pass the Early Childhood PLACE exam and the Elementary PLACE or Praxis II exam prior to student teaching.