PK-3 Early Childhood Education (Preschool - 3rd Grade)
Program Overview
University Programs
The university offers a range of programs for individuals interested in pursuing a career in education. These programs cater to different age groups and specialties, ensuring that educators can focus on their area of interest.
PK-3 Early Childhood Education
This credential emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices, early literacy and numeracy, family engagement, and inclusive teaching strategies. It is designed for individuals who want to work with young children, ages 3-8, and their families, including preschool through 3rd grade, as well as Transitional Kindergarten.
Multiple Subjects (Elementary Teacher)
This credential is ideal for those who want to work with students across a range of subjects, including language arts, math, science, and social studies. It is suited for individuals who aspire to teach kindergarten through sixth grade in an elementary school setting.
Single Subject (Middle or High School Teacher)
This credential allows educators to focus deeply on one content area, preparing them to engage and support adolescent learners in subject-specific instruction. It is designed for individuals who want to teach a single subject, such as English, Mathematics, Science, or Social Science, in middle or high school, or those who want to teach one of the PK-12 Single Subjects, such as Art, Music, or Physical Education.
Education Specialist (Special Education)
This credential focuses on specialized instruction, individualized support, and inclusive practices. It is designed for individuals who want to work with students with disabilities in PK-12th-grade settings and includes several areas of specialization.
- Program areas include:
- Specialized instruction
- Individualized support
- Inclusive practices
- Several areas of specialization for working with students with disabilities in PK-12th-grade settings.
