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Take the Next Step with an Early Childhood Education Certificate
Online
12 Months
15 Credit Hours
$395 per Credit
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Build Your Early Childhood Education Expertise Online
Whether you’re new to the field or a current professional, CSP Global’s online Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education helps you positively impact the lives of young children. In as few as 12 months, the non-licensure program can enhance several roles in early childhood education settings.
CSP Global’s Early Childhood Education Certificate is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), so you’ll receive a high-quality, industry-leading education.
Certificate Details
- Fully online program
- Study part-time or full-time
- Career-focused
- Experienced faculty
- CAEP-accredited
Early Childhood Education Certificate Courses
5 Total Courses
Explore industry-leading research
The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education includes five fully online courses, which you can complete at times and places that work for you. Your courses will focus on theory, philosophy, and leading-edge research. As you learn, expert faculty will help you interpret, evaluate, and apply your knowledge to practices related to all areas of early childhood education.
Because CSP Global’s Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), you can trust that you’ll receive an excellent education with the training you need for success.
Required Early Childhood Education Certificate Courses
This course is a study of the various theoretical foundations of play and their application to young children’s development and learning. Students examine the role of the teacher in children’s play, analyze play environments, and review the issues and research affecting children and curricula.
Along with the presentation of curriculum and instruction theory, this course will explore the development and implementation of early childhood curriculum and instruction. The link between assessment and program evaluation will be made.
The various methods of child study, observation, portfolio development, and other assessment strategies are studied as a way to assess children’s growth and the development of knowledge and skills. In addition, current classroom practices and learning environments are explored to identify changes that benefit children, their families, and communication between program and home.
A study of anti-bias curriculum, reflective education practices that build on cultural awareness, ethical decision-making using the NAEYC Code of Ethics, building partnerships with diverse families, and advocating for equitable learning experiences for young children. Effective leadership skills and professional communication is examined.
Current research is studied in regard to emergent literacy and language development in children with implications for the classroom teacher. Whole language strategies are explored for children from birth through age seven.
Build Skills for Several Early Childhood Education Careers
The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education helps you diversify your education experience and prepare to thrive in early childhood education careers. With this certificate, you can pursue work in childcare centers, daycares, education organizations, non-profit preschools, and more. These positions continually seek those with empathy, adaptability, and advocacy skills—the same values you’ll hone in CSP Global’s Early Childhood Education Certificate online.
Careers in Early Childhood Education
Childcare Director $46,822 average base salary1
Childcare / Daycare Worker $32,057 average base salary2
Value of a Certificate
A Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education online is a convenient option for working professionals looking to expand their expertise without the commitment of a full degree program. You can add a valuable credential to your resume in an accelerated format and show employers your dedication to learning and development.
For those at every stage of their career in early childhood education, a certificate helps to specialize knowledge and can lead to more advanced roles.
If you want to take your education further, your certificate coursework can count toward CSP Global’s online M.A. in Early Childhood Education. Your head start will help you earn your master’s degree faster.*
Early Childhood Education Certificate Outcomes
When you complete the Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education, you’ll be able to:
- Exhibit strong communication (written, oral, and listening) and critical thinking skills.
- Evaluate educational research for professional decision-making, leading to school improvement and better student learning.
- Demonstrate awareness of professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities and rights of teachers, knowledge of school/program organizational structure, and the relationship with the social and philosophical foundations of education.
- Demonstrate knowledge of critical issues, including current and future trends in early childhood education.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the teacher’s role in creating supportive family relationships.
- Understand the place of authentic assessment and developmentally appropriate practices in decisions about curriculum and instruction.
Certificate Admissions Requirements
No application fee
No test scores required
Apply for the Early Childhood Education Certificate quickly and easily by following our admissions process. You’ll need to send your official transcripts to CSP Global and fill out a free online application. Test scores are not required for admission.
This certificate program offers four start dates per year, so it’s always a good time to get started.
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
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| Transcripts | Submit official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution stating the conferral of a bachelor’s degree or higher with an accreditor that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or a comparable degree from outside the U.S. |
| GPA Requirement | Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system. |
| Work Experience | We prefer that applicants are employed or regularly volunteering in the field, but it is not required. |
Tuition Details
$395 Cost per Credit
15 Total Credits
All CSP Global online students receive a discounted tuition rate and can take advantage of federal financial aid, private loans, and non-institutional scholarships. Online students may also qualify for funding through corporate partnerships. Once enrolled in the certificate program, your tuition will not change as long as you remain continuously enrolled.
If you’re military-affiliated, you can explore available benefits and receive one-on-one support through the Veterans Resource Center.
Tuition & AidFrequently Asked Questions
Are you interested in one of CSP Global’s programs? Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about time to completion, accreditation, tuition and fees, admissions, and more. If applicable, you can also learn more about licensure, concentrations, or specializations offered in the program. Get more information about any online program or contact an enrollment counselor at (855) 641-2525 with further questions.
We prefer that applicants are employed or regularly volunteering in the field, but it is not required. To apply, you must complete the online application, have a 3.0 GPA and submit official transcripts. See the Admissions Requirements page for more information.
You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system.
The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education includes 15 credit hours.
The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education consists of 5 courses.
The program’s 15 credit hours can be completed in 12 months.
This certificate is offered fully online from CSP Global.
Sources and Disclaimer
- Payscale. “Average Director, Childcare Salary.” September 13, 2024. Retrieved April 7, 2025, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Director%2C_Child_Care/Salary.
- Payscale. “Average Childcare / Daycare Worker Hourly Pay.” January 27, 2025. Retrieved April 7, 2025, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Child_Care_%2F_Day_Care_Worker/Hourly_Rate.
* Students may earn a certificate or a master’s degree, but not both.
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Serve Individuals and Communities Better with Trauma Certification
100% Online Coursework
Low-Cost Tuition Initiatives
Career-Connected Curriculum
Learn More Today
Complete the form to learn more about this program.
- Duration 1 year
- Cost per Credit $475
- Credit Hours 15
Program Benefits
- Five courses focused on trauma, self-care and resiliency strategies
- Learn from industry-experienced faculty members
- Receive a Christian, liberal arts education
- Earn your grad certificate online while working
- Competitive tuition rates with convenient payment plans
- Now accepting applications – no app fee
Get the Latest Trauma Graduate Certificate
Trauma, resiliency, and self-care are trending topics of research in today’s complex behavioral health arena. In this flexible online graduate certificate program, you will develop a deeper understanding of how to assist trauma-affected individuals with effective strategies. CSP Global’s career-connected, POST-approved coursework will empower you to make a lasting impact by applying knowledge learned from industry-experienced faculty members.
Curriculum
The Graduate Certificate in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies consists of 15 credit hours. Our career-connected curriculum features courses that explore trauma and stressor-related disorders, the impact of trauma on the developing brain, and the behavioral health aspects of trauma. Each class is taught by two professors from different human services fields to ensure a unique, multidisciplinary perspective.
CurriculumProgram Outcomes
- Foster self-care, body-based mindfulness in patients experiencing trauma.
- Understand prenatal and child development issues and strategies.
- Use trauma-informed care practices in the field when working with those impacted by trauma.
- Teach relevant sleep improvement and stress management practices.
- Be prepared with crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies.
Admissions Requirements
To apply for the Graduate Certificate in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies program from Concordia University, St. Paul, you’ll need:
- A completed online application.
- To submit official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution stating the conferral of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system.
- A personal statement.
Tuition Details
The online Certificate in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies costs $475 per credit hour, making your total tuition $7,125. Convenient payment options and $2,000 partnership scholarships are available to help you pay for your education.
Faculty
At CSP Global, you’ll have support from industry-experienced faculty who will offer guidance and answer your questions as you earn your human services certificate online. It’s yet another way the online format mimics the experience of studying on campus.
With over 25 years of experience and more than 40 online programs, CSP Global is a pioneer in online education. As part of our diverse online community, you’ll receive a liberal arts education guided by Lutheran principles. The career-connected curricula, flexible learning options, and alumni connections available at CSP Global mean you’ll graduate ready for success. We are committed to delivering online programs with the same quality as our on-campus learning.
Online ExperienceCSP Global is committed to initiatives that keep college affordable. In addition to financing your education with federal student aid and private loans, you will be eligible for a tuition discount offered to online students (this limits eligibility for institutional scholarships). Transfer students could receive $2,000 or more through transfer partnerships and transfer student awards. CSP Global is also a Military Friendly® institution. An enrollment counselor can help you apply for financial aid.
Tuition & AidFrequently Asked Questions
Are you interested in one of CSP Global’s programs? Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about time to completion, accreditation, tuition and fees, admissions, and more. If applicable, you can also learn more about licensure, concentrations, or specializations offered in the program. Get more information about any online program or contact an enrollment counselor at (855) 641-2525 with further questions.
Yes, the program is HLC accredited.
We require a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Learn more about admissions requirements.
The certificate will prepare you with the training necessary to work with individuals and groups experiencing trauma or impacted by toxic stress exposure. The skills you learn will allow you to bridge the gap between the impact of trauma and other aspects of a client’s interpersonal and social functioning.
No. Your coursework can be completed 100% online.
At this time, our online program is offered only as a full-time program.
The total cost of the program is $7,125, not including fees and other expenses.
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A Future in Health Services and Criminal Justice
- Community and social service employment is projected to grow at a faster-than-average rate through 2033.1
- The median annual wage for community and social service occupations is $57,530/year.1
A certificate in forensic behavioral health allows you to pursue jobs at the intersection of criminal justice and human services. You’ll develop industry knowledge to help children, adolescents, and adults receive the support they need to overcome various challenges. Ultimately, you’ll be an asset to others in one of many possible environments.
Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist
$64,520/year
Help rehabilitate law offenders. In one of these roles, you’ll interview offenders and their friends and relatives to evaluate progress, provide drug testing and counseling, and help offenders with job training and other needs.2
Juvenile Justice Specialist
$46,690/year
Guide youth as they navigate the legal system. You’ll offer basic counseling and support, create treatment plans, and help them get ready for court dates.3
Other positions you could qualify for with your forensic behavioral health certificate:
- Child welfare and protection worker
- Children’s therapeutic support service worker
- Correctional caseworker
- Crisis intervention specialist
- Detoxification specialist
- Psychiatric rehabilitation specialist
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By filling out the form, you’ll:
- Gain access to a dedicated enrollment counselor who is ready to answer all of your questions.
- Take one more step towards achieving your career goals.
Fill out the form to receive more information!
Program Outcomes: A Strong Foundation In Human Services and Criminal Justice
In the forensic behavioral health certificate program, you’ll:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the historical overview and role of human service professionals delivering services across diverse settings.
- Understand interventions and evidence-based assessment, prevention techniques, and common community-based resources.
- Use enhanced communication skills, problem-solving strategies, advocacy, and credible courtroom testimony skills, as well as ethical and legal practices that human service professionals need to follow when working within the forensic behavioral health system.
We’re Committed to Your Success
In the 2021 SkillSurvey Career Readiness® rankings, CSP Global was ranked in the Top 10 “Career Ready” Institutions and Top 10 “Career Ready” Feedback for First-Generation College Students. The SkillSurvey rankings reflect over 170 partner institutions whose students received evaluator ratings following an internship, co-op, or other work-related experience.
Support Beyond Your Graduation Date
In addition to the high-quality education you’ll receive at CSP Global, you’ll benefit from a wide range of support during your time as a student that will extend throughout your professional journey as an alumnus. That’s part of how 94.5% of CSP Global graduates receive job offers within one year of graduation.
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A Forensic Certificate Online for the Human Services Pro Interested in the Criminal Mind
AIAFS Partnership Program
Evidence-Based, Non-Clinical Assessments
Career-Connected Curriculum
Learn More Today
Complete the form to learn more about this program.
- Duration 1 year
- Cost per Credit $475
- Credit Hours 15
Program Benefits
- Five courses focused on human services and FBH
- Understand clients better through knowledge of common behavioral health conditions and risk factors
- Learn from industry-experienced faculty members
- Receive a Christian, liberal arts education
- Earn your grad certificate online while working
- Now accepting applications – no app fee
A Certificate Program that Enhances Forensic Behavioral Health Knowledge
With CSP Global’s Certificate in Forensic Behavioral Health, you’ll focus on forensic disciplines and criminal justice issues by studying a career-connected curriculum led by industry-experienced faculty members. Study psychopathology, violence, risk assessment, and special populations in this American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies-approved program. Graduate ready to improve the lives of those in the criminal justice and legal system – and their families – through cultural, theoretical, ethical and practical considerations.
Curriculum
The behavioral health certification is 15 credit hours. You’ll study a career-connected curriculum that explores the roles and responsibilities of human service professionals, various forms of trauma, the impacts of trauma on global functioning, research in the field of human services, and evidence-based intervention and treatment strategies.
CurriculumProgram Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of the historical overview and role of human service professionals delivering services across diverse settings.
- Understand interventions and evidence-based assessment, and prevention techniques, as well as common community-based resources.
- Use enhanced communication skills, problem-solving strategies, advocacy, and credible courtroom testimony skills, as well as ethical and legal practices that human service professionals need to follow when working within the forensic behavioral health system.
Admissions Requirements
To apply for the behavioral health certification online from Concordia University, St. Paul, you’ll need:
- A completed online application.
- Submit official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution stating the conferral of a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system.
- A personal statement.
- Access to a computer that meets CSP Global’s technology requirements.
Tuition Details
The online Certificate in Forensic Behavioral Health costs $475 per credit hour, making your total tuition $7,125. Convenient payment options and $2,000 partnership scholarships are available to help you pay for your education.
Faculty
At CSP Global, you’ll have support from industry-experienced faculty who will offer guidance and answer your questions throughout your behavioral health certificate program. It’s yet another way the online format mimics the experience of studying on campus.
With over 25 years of experience and more than 40 online programs, CSP Global is a pioneer in online education. As part of our diverse online community, you’ll receive a liberal arts education guided by Lutheran principles. The career-connected curricula, flexible learning options, and alumni connections available at CSP Global mean you’ll graduate ready for success. We are committed to delivering online programs with the same quality as our on-campus learning.
Online ExperienceCSP Global is committed to initiatives that keep college affordable. In addition to financing your education with federal student aid and private loans, you will be eligible for a tuition discount offered to online students (this limits eligibility for institutional scholarships). Transfer students could receive $2,000 or more through transfer partnerships and transfer student awards. CSP Global is also a Military Friendly® institution. An enrollment counselor can help you apply for financial aid.
Tuition & AidFrequently Asked Questions
Are you interested in one of CSP Global’s programs? Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about time to completion, accreditation, tuition and fees, admissions, and more. If applicable, you can also learn more about licensure, concentrations, or specializations offered in the program. Get more information about any online program or contact an enrollment counselor at (855) 641-2525 with further questions.
Your first step is to complete the online application, and then prepare your high school or college transcripts, if applicable. See the How to Apply page for more information.
The Certificate in Forensic Behavioral Health has 5 courses.
The program’s 15 credit hours can be completed in 9 months. However, your transfer credits will vary the time it takes you to complete the degree.
The online Certificate in Forensic Behavioral Health from CSP Global is $475 per credit hour.