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Early Childhood & Family Policy Graduate Certificate

The online early childhood & family policy graduate certificate empowers those who are committed to working on behalf of young children and their families domestically and internationally. This innovative curriculum provides optimum flexibility through online courses offered in 8-week sessions so you only have to focus on one course at a time.

Early Childhood & Family Policy Graduate Certificate Course or Instructor Availability by Year and Semester

Required Courses 12 credit hours

The online graduate certificate in early childhood & family policy is sequenced in four 8-week courses that can be completed in two semesters. Experiential learning opportunities are embedded into each course to enhance the relevance and translation of coursework to your career.

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History, Child Development, and Equity3Stephanie ShineTTUTTU
Examining Practices, Policies, and Key Issues3UNLISUUNL
Theory, Analysis, and Research3Irma ArteagaMISUMUMISU
Policy, Leadership, and Policy Advocacy3Irma ArteagaUMISSISUMU