Navigating Transitions: Challenges in the Employability of the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Graduates

Abstract

The aim of this study is to investigate the employability challenges faced by BECEd graduates, with a particular emphasis on their job readiness and the connection between their academic training and workplace requirements. It looks into essential competencies, experiential learning, and systemic barrier, especially within the Philippine context to offer insights that can enhance curriculum development, support systems, and employment outcomes in early childhood education.This study investigates the challenges in employability of early childhood education (ECE) graduates is crucial for ensuring the quality of early childhood programs and fostering the development of young children. Research shows that ECE graduates encounter various challenges regarding their employability and perceived readiness, which affect their transition into the workforce. Studies investigate these challenges focusing on the alignment between academic training and workplace demands.