Elementary Education

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Degree

BS Elementary Education

Course Credits: 120

Degree Duration

4 years :

4 years degree

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Start Dates

August | January

Degree Overview

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education has been designed to fulfill the requirements for the Kentucky teacher certification, grades P-5, which includes kindergarten. This degree offers candidates several options from which to choose including single certification in elementary (K-5), interdisciplinary early childhood (birth -age 5), and moderate and severe disabilities (P-12), as well as dual certifications in elementary and interdisciplinary early childhood, and elementary and special education (Learning Behavior Disorders [LBD] and Moderate and Severe Disabilities [MSD]). Teacher education candidates pursuing Elementary Education must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the areas of language arts/reading, mathematics, science and social sciences along with the arts and humanities (e.g., music, art, movement/motion). If candidates choose a dual degree, then they must also demonstrate proficiency in that area as well.

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    Study Reasons

    Nationally and internationally recognized faculty who are experts in their content fields.

    Extensive field experiences in local schools.

    Several teaching options to choose from.

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