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Bachelor of Science (BS), Elementary Education with add-on certification in Early Childhood Education
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Program Overview
The Elementary Education program at Anderson University expands your knowledge base and helps you develop the skills to energize young minds. The add-on certification in Early Childhood Education track equips you to teach at any level, from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. You’ll study teaching theories and methods while also gaining an understanding of students’ learning characteristics. During this program you’ll gain real world experience through rouse- based field observations and a 65-day clinical experience in the classroom. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to become a teacher or apply your education to non-profit or missions work.
Elementary Education students complete coursework in educational pedagogy, literacy, content methods, and embedded clinicals in addition to core classes. If you are seeking the Early Childhood add-on, you will take several courses specifically designed to support your development as an aspiring early educator. Your curriculum will be a balance of building your content area knowledge and learning the foundational educational theories to build your teaching expertise.
Graduates can seek certification to teach in public or private school classrooms. While the vast majority become teachers, some grads head to the mission field, working inside and outside of the classroom. Others work with education-focused nonprofits.
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Program at a Glance
Total Credit Hours
127
Program Type: BS
I-20 Approved: Yes
I-17 Approved: No
Details
Program Director: Dr. Kim Tisi
Class Format: Seated (Main Campus)
Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January
Admission Requirements
- Previous Degree Required
No previous degree is required to enroll in this program.
- Transcript Required
Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
- Application Deadline
Anderson University has a rolling admission process (students are notified when the are accepted whenever that is during the year) but students are encouraged to apply by the following dates: December 1st for the best scholarship consideration and no later than July 1st to begin in the fall semester.
Career Outcomes
*Salary estimates are sourced from Lightcast.
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Why AU?
Anderson University’s College of Education has strong partnerships with local school districts, both public and private. These partnerships allow students to learn through embedded clinical experiences and spend time with students in classrooms throughout their time at AU. Dozens of school districts visit AU’s campus for our annual networking event to interview our teacher candidates. Many students end the day with job offers or opportunities to pursue from multiple districts. Our students are strongly positioned to enter the workforce because both their skills and character are in high demand.
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*Please Note: Job placement and internship opportunities are not guaranteed. Employment and salary outcomes are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to geographic location, career path/industry, and personal qualifications. Internship availability may depend on the program, students’ qualifications, industry partnerships, and other external factors. View more information here.