Early Childhood Education Extension Program

The ECE Extension program is for individuals who would like to take no more than a course or two and will be able to get the acknowledgement for their ongoing training in early childhood education. These courses are tailored to fit the needs of working adults and lifelong learners, with open enrollment and online learning. This is an excellent opportunity for current or aspiring preschool educators to meet other passionate educators in the Jewish setting from around the country virtually. The maximum number of courses a student may complete through the Early Childhood Education Extension Program is four courses.

Spring Classes Begin January 20, 2026

Asynchronous Only Online Classes

Spring Semester Dates: January 18 – March 14, 2026 (8 weeks only)

These classes do not meet on Zoom.

  1. EDU 303 – Intro to the Administration of Early Childhood Programs (4 semester units)
  2. EDU 311 – Creative Experiences for Young Children (4 semester units)
  3. EDU 313 – Partnering with Families and the Community (4 semester units)


Synchronous/Asynchronous Online Classes
Dates: January 20 – May 15, 2026 (1 semester long)
These classes will meet every other Tuesday from 4:30-6:30 PM PT / 7:30-9:30 PM ET via Zoom.**

  1. EDU 313 – Partnering with Families and the Community (week A)
  2. EDU 315 – Child Guidance and Positive Discipline (week B)
  3. EDU 314 – Indoor and Outdoor Environments  (week A)
  4. EDU 309 – STEM Education and Experiences (week B)

**If you choose to do 2 courses, make sure you choose 1 Week A & 1 Week B course, as they will meet on alternate Tuesdays.

Cost per course: $655.00
Registration Fee: $45 per semester

 

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