Your Early Childhood Christian Network Education Benefit Starts Here

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Whether you work in teaching, instructional support, campus administration or district leadership, ACU can help you grow your skills and advance your career without stepping away from your current role.

Benefits for Early Childhood Christian Network Employees and Affiliates:

  • 10% tuition discount
  • $50 application fee waived
  • 100% online programs

Learn more today and lock in your tuition benefit.

 

Why Choose ACU?

That in-person feeling, fully online

Community at ACU transcends physical location. Our flexible online programs equip our students with practical wisdom and relational anchors. From faculty that are deeply dedicated to your success, to a community of peers that uplift, inspire and challenge one another, ACU’s online programs are anything but impersonal.

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Flexibility

  • 7-week course format keeps you moving toward your degree
  • Take 1 or 2 courses at a time to fit school into your schedule
  • Six start dates a year make it easier to begin when the time is right

affordability

Affordability

  • Competitive pricing comparable to other leading online programs
  • Pay-as-you-go tuition and federal financial aid options for those who qualify
  • Locked-In Tuition keeps your rate the same from your first class to graduation

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Student Support

  • Dedicated support from enrollment through graduation
  • Included learning resources to help you stay on track academically
  • A student experience designed to help busy working adults succeed online

Find the Right Program for You

Whether you work in teaching, instructional support, campus administration, or district leadership, these programs are designed to help you grow in the roles that matter most to your organization.

Education Specialist in Organizational Leadership

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Elevating experienced educators for school leadership roles across the state is at the heart of ACU’s online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership program.

Master of Education in Instructional Learning

Master of Education in Instruction and Learning

Our Master of Education in Instruction and Learning program is designed to empower educational leaders to become experts in instruction, design, and development.

Bachelor of Science in Education Studies

This program fosters critical thinking and leadership within diverse educational settings while offering a dynamic, accelerated path for students to embark on a teaching career.

Marriage and Family Therapy

Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Services

ACU’s online Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Services focuses on learning about optimal human development and relationships from infancy through adulthood, with the purpose of addressing the evolving definition of family.

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Speech-Language Pathology Certificate

ACU’s online Speech-Language Pathology post-baccalaureate certificate program offers a pathway into the field for those who already hold a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated area.

Bachelor of Science in Social Work

Whether entering the workforce or pursuing graduate study, ACU’s online B.S. in Social Work program provides you with the tools and support to inspire change and aid with intention. This program dives deep into the core of social work practice, from understanding human behavior to applying evidence-based strategies that create fundamental differences in the lives of others.

Ready to Get Started?

Explore ACU’s online programs available to Early Childhood Christian Network employees and affiliates, or take the next step and apply today. Whether you’re comparing options or ready to move forward, we’re here to help you get started.

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Who this fits

  • Paraprofessionals ready to become certified teachers
  • Teachers looking to grow their leadership skills and expand their impact
  • Coaches and educators preparing for greater responsibility
  • Campus and district leaders seeking to advance their careers
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Outcomes

  • Build practical leadership, communication and decision-making skills you can apply in your school or district right away
  • Strengthen your resume and prepare for advancement in teaching, instructional leadership or district administration
  • Earn a respected credential that supports your long-term growth in K-12 education

Why enroll

  • Take advantage of the Early Childhood Christian Network partner tuition discount and waived application fee
  • Pursue your degree in a flexible online format designed for busy working professionals
  • Invest in your future with a program that can expand your opportunities, impact and career potential
  • No GRE or GMAT requirement

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For the fifth straight year, Newsweek and Statista Inc. have named Abilene Christian University one of America’s Top Online Colleges. ACU blends academic excellence with unmatched flexibility, so you can earn a world-class degree on your terms, wherever life takes you.

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