UMass Boston is launching a new, undergraduate academic major in Early Education and Care in Inclusive Settings. This new EECIS degree is the ideal program for both entry-level and experienced early childhood practitioners, and it's designed for individuals seeking leadership roles in the early childhood field.  The program's specific focus is preparing people to work in early intervention, early childhood programs and youth programs outside of the public schools. 

Hi, I'm Su Theriault of UMass Boston's Institute for Community Inclusion. The new EECIS will include five concentrations -- Infant/toddler and Early Intervention, Preschool Education and Care, Family Support and Engagement, Youth and Community Outreach, and Administration and Supervision. Students may have more than one concentration by taking four additional courses, in a second concentration.  The program develops competencies to provide high quality services for children and families.

For more information about the undergraduate degree program in Early Education and Care in Inclusive Settings, or to request information and application materials by mail, contact: 617.287.6000 or enrollment.info@umb.edu. More information is available at: http://www.umb.edu/admissions/more_info.html