Earn Your B.S. in Early Childhood Education

Establish healthy trajectories for young learners. Regent’s Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education will help prepare you to make a difference in the care and well-being of children. Presented from a Christian worldview, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of both education and business operations through this unique, nonlicensure program. You’ll also be equipped to provide excellent, affordable care for young children, whether working for a childcare center or operating your own private center.

  • Discover how children develop from birth through age 8 to cultivate prosocial behavior.
  • Strengthen your assessment techniques to create a thriving childcare environment.
  • Practice creating lesson plans using proven teaching methods.
  • Learn best practices for establishing high-quality childcare centers and services.

Fill out the form on this page to learn more about how Regent University can help you achieve your goals.

Locations: Online
Total Credit Hours: 120+
Next Session Start: August 25, 2025

  • Preschool/Childcare Center Director/ Administrator
  • Early Childhood Facility Owner/Operator
  • Preschool Teacher
  • Education Consultant
  • Parent Educator
  • Community Care Licensing Analyst
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Unlock Your Leadership Potential

If you’re ready to reach for personal excellence, advance in your career, and change lives for the better, our exceptional top-ranked degree programs—offered online and on campus in Virginia Beach—can help you:

Sharpen Your Skills

Gain the critical skills and discipline-specific training employers seek.

Expand Your Opportunities

Earn the essential credentials that help you advance in your career field.

Deepen Your Faith

Learn biblical principles and values that anchor you as a Christian leader.

Increase Your Impact

Get equipped to influence your field and shape culture and communities.

Degree Finder

Discover the degree program that aligns with your interests, career goals, and calling.

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# 5

Best Colleges for Education in Virginia

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Best Online Bachelor Degree Programs in Early Childhood Education

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Experience the Regent Difference

Regent is here to help you navigate your educational journey, focusing on faith, community, skills employers seek, and real-world experience.

Scholarships

Access a financial aid package customized for your situation, including scholarships to help pay for college.
  • 80% of Regent students receive financial aid
  • Nearly $24 million in institutional scholarships and aid provided in 2023-24
  • Our Financial Aid team assists you in planning how to pay for college, creating aid packages tailored to your needs

Online Classes

Nearly 75% of our military students complete their coursework entirely online. Our flexible online options enable you to earn your degree around your family, work, and life commitments.
  • Customizable degrees in today’s most in-demand fields
  • Convenient 8- and 15-week course sessions
  • Generous transfer policy—up to 90 credit hours!

Military Support

Regent is proud to support the military with discounts and awards, flexible class sessions, and one-on-one assistance to help you succeed in your degree program.
  • Active-duty tuition assistance and military benefits counseling
  • VA educational benefits for service members and their spouses and dependents
  • Academic advising and tutoring
  • Free career coaching and employment services
  • Dedicated Green Zone campus supporting military and veteran students

*Admission requirements vary by program. "GI Bill®" is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Hear From Our Students

For 48 years, Regent has prepared 40,000 alumni to succeed in their careers and make a positive difference in the world. You, too, will be challenged to excel both in mind and spirit—to reach for personal excellence and change lives for the better.
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Randy Brunk

M.Ed., 1989

"Regent's Christian education program taught me best practices in education, and the faculty inspired and challenged me to reach my full potential."

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Anthony Swann

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, 2014

"Regent University taught me how to be a servant leader when it comes to reaching children. I've learned to not just teach students, but to serve them according to what they need."

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Morganne Oliver

College of Arts & Sciences, 2021

"The main things that really stood out to me about Regent went beyond campus. It was the students and seeing the mission statement embodied in everything."

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Breanna Molloy

B.A., 2012

"At Regent, I was surrounded by people who exemplified servant leadership. These examples often come back to me, and I believe it’s what my industry needs now more than ever."