Individuals who enjoy teaching and working with young children may be interested in pursuing a degree in early childhood education, a concentration that specializes in child development and learning strategies. Students may choose to work in a setting that focuses on child development and instruction.

There are very limited opportunities for higher education in Lesotho, though this is destined to change in upcoming years. The local government has implemented several programs to increase interest in education and literacy levels have been increasing since these programs were put into place.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.