Program Overview

Elementary Grades Education

The Elementary Grades Education program is an interdisciplinary teacher education program that specializes in grades 1-5. This program has three available tracks: a four-year program, a five-year program that leads to a Master of Arts in teaching, and the dual certification in general and special education.

About Elementary Grades Education

This program provides students with a broad academic background and the skills necessary for teachers of elementary children in grades 1-5.

Concentrations Available

• Four-year Teacher Certification: Our Bachelor of Science in elementary grades education is a four-year program that provides students with a broad academic background and the skills necessary for teachers of elementary children in grades 1-5.
• Five-year Certification with Master's Degree (Holmes Certification: Grades 1-5): For students who wish to spend extended time developing expertise, the Holmes Elementary Program is a one-year master's program for those who have completed the Holmes concentration in elementary education. Students completing this five-year program will be awarded a Bachelor of Science in elementary grades education, a Master of Arts in teaching (MAT), and teacher certification in grades 1-5.

Possible Careers

• Grades 1-5 teacher
• School administrator
• Special education teacher

Program Requirements

To continue pursuing this major, students must meet the following requirements:

• 24 hours of credit in 1000-level courses or higher
• 2.5 GPA (overall)

Senior College

The College of Human Sciences & Education offers this program.

Degree

The degree offered is a Bachelor of Science (B.S.).

Course Load by Subject Area

The course load is distributed as follows:

• Lab Hours or Field Work: Medium Intensity
• History & Law: Low Intensity
• Math: Low Intensity
• Science: Low Intensity
• Technology: Low Intensity

Related Majors

Related majors include:

• Agricultural Education
• Dual Certification: General/Special Education
• Music Education
• PK-3 Teacher Certification

Fast Track Available

A fast track option is available through the Holmes Program - Elementary Education.