Program Overview

The Lead Teacher Certificate continues to advance the students’ knowledge of child development and learning. Students obtain knowledge and understanding of creating meaningful, developmentally appropriate, and challenging curriculum for each child. Application of theory, research and practice are demonstrated through field experiences. This certificate program satisfies New Hampshire Bureau of Licensing requirements for teachers and childcare worker certification.

Click here to learn more about our Early Childhood Education degree program.

Note: Additional requirements of the NH Childcare Bureau of Licensing: 1. Health Form Completed 2. Free of Criminal Felony Convictions and 3. Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program the successful student will be able to:

  • Communicate skillfully, both orally and in writing;
  • Demonstrate empathy with children and their families;
  • Perform accurate development assessments;
  • Devise imaginative developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Program Contacts:

Melissa Ballard
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Claudia Larrow
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Andrea Tripple
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