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Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Elementary Education | Special Education | Teacher Training
Area of study
Education
Course Language
English
About Program

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.


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