For information, contact Dr. Melissa Kamyab, , or 610-606-4666, ext. 4566.
The Education major prepares professional educators to meet the many challenges of today’s classroom through pedagogy, content, and leadership. Acceptance into the College does not constitute acceptance as a declared education major. All teacher certification candidates must meet the Pennsylvania Department of Education Chapter 354 requirements as well as the liberal arts requirements of Cedar Crest College.
Mission Statement of the Education Program
The Cedar Crest College Education Department is grounded in the premise that education provides the basis for women’s leadership, advocacy, civic engagement, and global connectivity. The Education Department is committed to the preparation of the next generation of teachers who have a strong foundation in research-based pedagogy and content knowledge. Our graduates will be dedicated to the profession and strive to ensure that all children achieve to high academic standards.
Admissions Credentials-Teacher Certification
Per the Pennsylvania Department of Education Chapter 354 regulation, students must successfully complete 48 credits with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above and meet all Basic Skills Testing requirements prior to full acceptance into the teacher certification program. On July 8, 2022, former Governor Wolf signed Act 55 that waives the Basic Skills Testing requirements for all students who officially declare the education major through July 8, 2025. This waiver does not apply to the other certification exams; students will still need to complete the test(s) specific to their area(s) of certification before applying for their PDE teaching certificate. Students not eligible to officially declare the education major by July 8, 2025, must meet the basic skills testing requirements.
To remain in the teacher education program and be eligible for the student teaching semester, all students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Additionally, prospective teachers are required to take six credits of college course work in mathematics; three credits in English composition; and three credits in American or British literature and earn a grade of C or higher in these courses. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from all colleges attended before Cedar Crest College and meet all the same requirements of a traditional student. For further information, please contact the Education Department.
Education Department Outcomes
Teacher candidates will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of content and plan effective standards-based instruction that reflects research-based pedagogy and incorporates knowledge of best practices while addressing the needs of all learners.
- Create motivating and safe learning environments that are accessible to all learners while encouraging positive social interaction, self-management, and active learning.
- Employ a variety of instructional strategies and technologies to promote students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills and differentiate instructional delivery to meet the needs of all learners.
- Demonstrate a high level of professional conduct and a responsive and collaborative attitude when interacting with peers, professors, students, mentor teachers, and the community.
Transfer Students and Adult Students
Eligible courses for transfer are examined through the lens of the Pennsylvania Department of Education competencies and requirements.
- Courses older than 10 years will not be accepted into the program as transfer credits.
- ECE, EDU, and SPE courses that are equivalent to the program’s 100, 200, and 300 level classes must be taken within the past 7 years to be considered for transfer credit.
Questions about transfer course credit should be directed to the Department Chair.
Master of Education/ 4 + 1 Program
The 4+1 program allows traditional Cedar Crest College students majoring in Early Childhood Education, Secondary Education, or Special Education to complete their undergraduate degree and the Master of Education in the Art of Teaching in five years. In addition to earning their initial teaching certification, students completing the 4+1 will also earn an English as a Second Language Specialist Certification as a part of their program.
Candidates for the 4+1 program must apply to the Master of Education Program. Matriculation into the program is contingent upon successful completion of the undergraduate program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. If you are interested in this program, please contact the Director of the Graduate Education Program for additional requirements.
Early Childhood Education Major
The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood with teaching certification prepares the student for teaching in the PreK-4 classroom.
Early Childhood Education Major Course Requirements
Liberal Arts Curriculum and General Education (PDE) Requirements
WRI 100 College Writing (WRI-1) 3 credits
WRI-2 satisfied in major with SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process
ENG 101, ENG 102, OR ENG 120 American or British Literature (HUM) 3 credits
MAT 110 Probability and Statistics (ML) 3 credits
MAT 202 Mathematics for the Early Childhood Teacher (ML) 3 credits
HIS 121 OR HIS 122 Survey of U.S. History I or II (HUM) 3 credits
Ethics LAC 3 credits
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology (SS) 3 credits
PSY 210 Lifespan Development (PDE requirement; prerequisite PSY 100) 3 credits
SOC 100 Introduction to Culture and Society (SS) 3 credits
DNC 209 Creative Movement and Embodied Learning (ART) 3 credits
ART 110 Principles of Visual Organization (ART) 3 credits
BIO 111 Concepts in Ecology & Environmental Issues and Lab (SCI) 4 credits
BIO 112 or other physical science course (SCI) 3 credits
CCC 206 Sophomore Experience or Global Studies Course (GS) 3 credits
First-Year Experience (traditional students only): 4 credits
FYS 1XX First-Year Seminar 3 credits
CCC 101 College Life 0.5 credits
CCC 102 Exploring Your Future 0.5 credits
Electives: 12 credits
Total credits for LAC /PDE requirements and electives: 59 credits
Education Program /Course Requirements
EDU 100 Foundations of American Education 3 credits
EDU 102 Educational Psychology 3 credits
EDU 151 Field Experience I 1 credit
ECE 207 Emergent Literacy (Pre-K to Grade 1) 3 credits
EDU 211 Teaching Writing 3 credits
EDU 213 Field Experience III: Early Childhood Education 1 credit
EDU 240 Nutrition, Health, and Safety 3 credits
ECE 305 Issues and Advocacy in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
EDU 308 Integrating the Arts Across the Curriculum 3 credits
EDU 317 Curriculum, Assessment, & Learning Experiences in Science for Early Childhood Educators 3 credits
EDU 319 Curriculum, Assessment, and Learning Experiences for Social Studies for Early Childhood Educators 3 credits
EDU 321 Field Experience IV: Early Childhood Education (should be taken with EDU 317 or EDU 319) 1 credit
EDU 332 Curriculum, Assessment, and Learning Experiences in Mathematics for Early Childhood Educators 3 credits
EDU 340 Differentiated Reading Instruction for Early Childhood Education 3 credits
EDU 359 Teaching the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Student 3 credits
SPE 220 Evidence-Based Approaches 3 credits
SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process 3 credits
SPE 245 Field Experience II (should be taken with SPE 241) 1 credit
SPE 344 Adaptations, Modifications, and Assistive Technology 3 credits
Student Teaching:
EDU 372 Student Teaching: Early Childhood Education 9 credits
EDU 374 Professional Education Seminar 3 credits
Total = 61 credits
Total Credits for Early Childhood Education Major = 120 credits
Please note:
- Students may not be enrolled in any other courses during their student teaching semester.
- Students must complete the above courses with a Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- To officially declare the Early Childhood Education major, students must successfully complete 48 credits, and meet Basic Skills Testing requirements when applicable. As of the time of this document (April 2023) basic skills testing requirements have been waived for all students who formally declare the education major through July 8, 2025. Please note that testing requirements are subject to change by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) at any time.
- A grade of C- or higher must be earned in all education courses.
- Students who are not proficient in oral/written communication in the English language as determined by classroom performance and the evaluation of cooperating mentor teachers in Field Experiences may be required to take additional courses to meet basic competencies in English communication.
Secondary Education Major
The Secondary Education major prepares professional educators to meet the many challenges of teaching in the grade 7-12 classroom. Prospective secondary teachers should major in Secondary Education while following a concentration in one of the following content areas: Biology, Chemistry, Social Studies, English, Mathematics, or Spanish.
Spanish concentration coursework must be completed through the LVAIC consortium; all classes will not be offered at the Cedar Crest College campus.
Secondary Education Major Course Requirements
Liberal Arts Curriculum and General Education (PDE) Requirements
Writing-1 3 credits: WRI 100 College Writing
Writing-2 3 credits: satisfied in major with SPE 241 The Exceptional Child
Mathematics 6 credits
Social Science 6 credits in separate disciplines (SOC 100 and PSY 100 required for social studies concentration)
Ethics 3 credits
Arts 6 credits
Humanities 6 credits in separate disciplines: American or British Lit (3 credits) required
Natural Science (one must be lab-based) 7 or 8 credits
Global Studies 3 credits
First-Year Experience (Traditional Four-Year Students Only) 4 credits
First-Year Seminar (3 credits)
College Life (0.5 credit)
Exploring your Future (0.5 credit)
Note: Some courses may satisfy content-area requirements. Spanish Certification Students will also need to take ENG 303 Linguistics and Development (3 credits)
Total credits for LAC /PDE requirements: 44 credits
Education Program Course Requirements 40 credits total
EDU 100 Foundations of American Education 3 credits
EDU 102 Educational Psychology 3 credits
EDU 151 Field Experience I 1 credit
EDU 214 Reading in the Content Area 3 credits
EDU 215 Field Experience III: Secondary Education 1 credit
EDU 350 Field Experience IV: Secondary 1 credit (co-requisite EDU 346/7/8/9)
EDU 359 Teaching the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Student 3 credits
SPE 220 Evidence-Based Approaches 3 credits
SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process 3 credits
SPE 245 Field Experience II 1 credit (co-requisite SPE 241)
SPE 344 Adaptations, Modifications, and Assistive Technology 3 credits or SPE 250 Subject Area Content Access 3 credits
One of the following based on Secondary Content Area
EDU 346 Curriculum, Assessment and Learning Experiences for Secondary Science
and Mathematics 3 credits or
EDU 347 Curriculum, Assessment and Learning Experiences for Secondary Social Studies 3 credits or
EDU 348 Curriculum, Assessment and Learning Experiences for Secondary English 3 credits or
EDU 349 Curriculum, Assessment and Learning Experiences for K-12 World Language 3 credits
Student Teaching:
EDU 373 Student Teaching: Secondary Education 9 credits
EDU 374 Professional Education Seminar 3 credits
Please note:
- A minimum of 120 credits is required for graduation. Secondary certification students may need additional elective courses to reach this requirement.
- Students may not be enrolled in any other courses during their student teaching semester.
- Students must complete the above courses with a Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- To officially declare the Secondary Education major, students must successfully complete 48 credits, and meet Basic Skills Testing requirements when applicable. As of the time of this document (April 2023) basic skills testing requirements have been waived for all students who formally declare the education major through July 8, 2025. Please note that testing requirements are subject to change by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) at any time.
- A grade of C- or higher must be earned in all education courses. The minimum grade for content-area coursework may vary based on departmental policy. Students should check with their content-area advisors for specific requirements.
Students who are not proficient in oral/written communication in the English language as determined by classroom performance and the evaluation of cooperating mentor teachers in Field Experiences may be required to take additional courses to meet basic competencies in English communication.
Secondary Education Content Area Required Courses
Biology Concentration
BIO 123 Foundations of Biology 4 credits
BIO 124 Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology 4 credits
BIO 231 Genetics 4 credits
BIO 239 Animal Ecology, Development, and Evolution 4 credits
BIO 309 Conservation Biology and GIS
BIO 117 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 credits*
BIO 118 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 credits*
BIO 358 Science, Ethics, and Society 3 credits**
CHE 111 Chemical Principles 4 credits
CHE 112 Chemical Equilibrium and Analysis 4 credits
CHE 205 Organic Chemistry I 4 credits
PHY 104 College Physics I
MAT 141 Calculus I 3 credits or
MAT 110 Probability and Statistics 3 credits
Total Credits: 50
* When offered, students can substitute Comparative Animal Physiology with lab for BIO 117/118 with labs. Students majoring in BIO or IBO can apply 5 credits toward the upper-level elective requirement by completing BIO 117/118 with labs.
** BIO 350 (Junior Colloquium) is a prerequisite for BIO 358. If a student’s major does not require BIO 358, they must get permission of the instructor to take BIO 358 without completing BIO 350.
Chemistry Concentration
CHE 111 Chemical Principles 4 credits
CHE 112 Chemical Equilibrium and Analysis 4 credits
CHE 205 Organic Chemistry I 4 credits
CHE 206 Organic Chemistry II 4 credits
CHE 307 Biochemistry 3 credits
CHE 320 Environmental Chemistry 3 credits
CHE 331 Inorganic Chemistry 3 credits
CHE 335 Physical Chemistry 3 credits
MAT 141 Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 142 Calculus II 3 credits
PHY 104 College Physics I 3 credits
Total Credits: 37
English Concentration
ENG 101 Survey of British Literature I 3 credits or
ENG 102 Survey of British Literature II 3 credits
ENG 105 Survey of World Literature 3 credits or
ENG 245 Topics in World Literature 3 credits
ENG 120 Survey of American Literature 3 creditsENG 200 Literary Analysis 3 credits
ENG 203 Literary Research Methods 3 credits
ENG 303 Linguistics and the Development of the English Language 3 credits
ENG 306 Chaucer 3 credits or ENG 311 Shakespeare 3 credits
ENG 352 English Seminar 3 credits
ENG 3_ English Literature 3 credits
ENG 3_ English Literature 3 credits
One of the following: 3 credits
ENG 233 Creative Writing: Fiction or
ENG 234 Creative Writing: Poetry or
ENG 235 Topics in Nonfiction Writing
One of the following: 3 credits
COM 140 Introduction to Film or
COM 240 History of Cinema or
COM 244 Topics in Film or
ENG 180 Women Go to the Movies or
HIS 220 Film and History
Total Credits: 36
Spanish Concentration
ENG 303 Linguistics and Development 3 credits
SPA 203 Spanish in the Workplace 3 credits
SPA 301 Spanish Grammar and Composition 3 credits
SPA 302 Spanish Conversation 3 credits
SPA 303 or 304 Survey of Spanish Literature and Culture 3 credits
SPA 305 Survey of Latin American Literature and Culture 3 credits
SPA 311 Hispanic Culture and Civilization 3 credits or
SPA 312 Hispanic Popular Culture in the United States 3 credits
SPA 315 Topics and Hispanic Literature and Culture 3 credits
200 or 300-level SPA literature and culture elective 3 credits
200 or 300-level SPA literature and culture elective 3 credits
Total Credits: 30
The Spanish language concentration may be completed with a combination of Cedar Crest Spanish courses and courses offered by the College’s affiliated providers, the Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges (LVAIC) and Acadeum. Incoming students must speak proficient Spanish at the level to enter 300-level coursework. Studnets’ Spanish proficiency will be assessed prior to entering the program.
Prior to student teaching, Spanish certification candidates must be formally evaluated in oral proficiency before their student teaching semester. Students must achieve a minimum level of Advanced Low on this evaluation.
Mathematics Concentration
MAT 140 Pre-Calculus (or MAT elective 200-level or higher) 3 credits
MAT 141 Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 142 Calculus II 3 credits
MAT 210 Mathematical Probability and Statistics 3 credits
MAT 211 Calculus III 3 credits
MAT 212 Vector Calculus 3 credits
MAT 224 Discrete Mathematics 3 credits
MAT 311 Linear Algebra 3 credits
MAT 316 Modern Algebra 3 credits
MAT 324 Modern Geometry 3 credits
Total Credits: 30
Social Studies Concentration
HIS 107 European Civilization: Ideas and Experiences I 3 credits
HIS 108 European Civilization: Ideas and Experiences II 3 credits
HIS 121 Survey of US History I 3 credits
HIS 122 Survey of US History II 3 credits
HIS 224 America as a World Power 3 credits
PSC 110 American Politics 3 credits
PSC 120 Introduction to International Relations 3 credits
PSC 206 Presidents & Parliaments: Topics in Comparative Politics 3 credits
GST 100 or SOC 222 The Globalizing World OR Global Social Justice 3 credits
ECO 222 Economic Geography 3 credits
Total Credits: 30
As an alternative to the 30-credit Social Studies Concentration, students may choose to satisfy the Social Studies Concentration within the Secondary Education major with a History or Political Science major. However, students who choose this route are strongly encouraged to complete additional courses to ensure adequate coverage of PDE competencies as assessed via the Praxis exam. In particular, history majors are strongly encouraged to take as electives in the major those classes that are required for the Social Studies concentration (PSC 110, HIS 224, PSC 120, PSC 206). In addition, students should supplement their History major with GST 100 or SOC 222, and ECO 222. Political Science majors should consider concentrating in American Politics or Global Politics. Students are strongly encouraged to supplement their Political Science major with HIS 107 and HIS 108.
Special Education Major
The Special Education major prepares professional educators to meet the many challenges of the 21st century special education classroom. Prospective special education teachers will earn a teacher certification in special education Pre-K to 12 grades.
Special Education Major with Teaching Certification Pre-K – 12
Liberal Arts Curriculum and General Education (PDE) Requirements
WRI 100 College Writing (WRI-1) 3 credits
WRI-2 satisfied in major with SPE 241 The Exceptional Child
ENG 101, 102, or 120 American or British Literature (HUM) 3 credits
Humanities Elective: US History Course Recommended (HUM) 3 credits
MAT 202 Mathematics for the Early Childhood Educator (ML) 3 credits
Math Elective: MAT 110 Probability & Statistics Recommended (ML) 3 credits
Ethics LAC 3 credits
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology (SS) 3 credits
Social Science Elective (SS) 3 credits
DNC 209 Creative Movement and Embodied Learning (ART) 3 credits
Art Elective (ART) 3 credits
Science Elective w/lab (SCI) 4 credits
Science Elective (No Lab) (SCI) 3 credits
CCC 206 Sophomore Experience or other GS course (GS) 3 credits
First Year Experience (Traditional Students Only) 4 credits
FYS 1XX First-Year Seminar 3 credits
CCC 101 College Life 0.5 credits
CCC 102 Exploring Your Future 0.5 credits
Electives: 18 credits
Total credits for LAC /PDE requirements and electives: 62 credits
Required Education and Special Education Courses:
EDU 100 Foundations of American Education 3 credits
EDU 102 Educational Psychology 3 credits
EDU 151 Field Experience I 1 credit
SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process 3 credits
SPE 245 Field Experience II 1 credit (co-requisite SPE 241)
SPE 250 Subject Area Content Access 3 credits
ECE 207 Emergent Literacy or EDU 211 Teaching Writing 3 credits
SPE 220 Evidence-Based Approaches (pre-req SPE 241) 3 credits
EDU 214 Reading in the Content Area 3 credits
EDU 359 Teaching the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Student 3 credits
SPE 310 Intensive Reading, Writing, and Mathematics 3 credits
SPE 315 Autism: Evidence-Based Practices 3 credits
SPE 333 Data-Driven Decision-Making: Screening, Assessment & Evaluation 3 credits
SPE 344 Adaptations, Modifications, and Assistive Technology 3 credits
SPE 347 Evidence-Based Approaches for Students with Emotional Disorders 3 credits
SPE 348 Low Incidence Disabilities 3 credits
SPE 355 Field Experience III: Special Education 1 credit
SPE 356 Field Experience IV: Special Education 1 credit
Student Teaching
SPE 375 Student Teaching: Special Education 9 credits
EDU 374 Professional Education Seminar 3 credits – must be taken with SPE 375
EDU 374 Professional Education Seminar 3 credits – must be taken with SPE 375
Total Special Education Major Credits = 58 credits
Total Major Credits = 120
Please note:
- Students may not be enrolled in any other courses during their student teaching semester.
- Students must complete the above courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- To officially declare the Special Education major, students must successfully complete 48 credits, and meet Basic Skills Testing requirements when applicable. As of the time of this document (April 2023) basic skills testing requirements have been waived for all students who formally declare the education major through July 8, 2025. Please note that testing requirements are subject to change by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) at any time.
- A grade of C- or higher must be earned in all education courses.
- Students who are not proficient in oral/written communication in the English language as determined by classroom performance and the evaluation of cooperating mentor teachers in Field Experiences may be required to take additional courses to meet basic competencies in English communication.
Educational Studies Major
The Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies is an interdisciplinary program that is designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge in educational theory and effective practices that relate to teaching and learning in many different fields. This major differs from other majors in the Education Department as degree completion will not lead to teacher certification through the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). This major prepares the graduate to teach or serve as an instructional leader in a career opportunity that is outside of the traditional school setting.
The Educational Studies major combines the study of basic educational theory with courses that provide a background in business principles, relationships, and communications. It is an interdisciplinary major that involves a core of education courses (18 credits) and required interdisciplinary courses (24 credits) offered through six different departments. In addition, the student has the opportunity to explore individual interests and select 28 elective credits in desired areas.
Note: The Educational Studies program may not be combined with any other education program (Early Childhood Education, Secondary Education, and/or Special Education) as a dual major or minor.
Mission Statement of the Educational Studies Program
The Educational Studies program is committed to the preparation of students who desire to make a difference by participating in the workplace in capacities which further the education of others, advocate for others, or create a new business opportunity. This interdisciplinary major provides students with experiences which match the needs of today’s work environments such as working collaboratively and employing strong communication skills. The major is grounded in the premise that a Cedar Crest College education offers the foundation for women’s leadership, civic engagement, and global connectivity.
Learning Outcomes
Students completing a Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies will be able to:
- Research critical public issues and policies, and orally present these topics to a group.
- Communicate vital information to colleagues and the public in a clear and concise manner using oral, written, and electronic formats.
- Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with a variety of individuals in the workplace and instructional settings.
- Execute the responsibilities and duties of an internship in a local organization for a minimum 12-week (72 hours) time period.
Prepare and present a culminating project that includes original research and reflections on the internship experience.
Educational Studies Major
Liberal Arts Curriculum Requirements
Writing:
WRI 100 College Writing (WRI-1) 3 credits
WRI-2 satisfied in major with SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process
Mathematics and Logic: 6 credits
Natural Science: 7 credits (including one lab-based course)
Arts: 6 credits
Humanities: 6 credits
Social Sciences:
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology 3 credits
SOC 100 Introduction to Culture & Society 3 credits
Ethics: 3 credits
Global Studies: 3 credits; may be satisfied through sophomore experience
First Year Experience: 4 credits
FYS 1XX First-Year Seminar 3 credits
CCC 101 College Life 0.5 credits
CCC 102 Exploring Your Future 0.5 credits
Liberal Arts Curriculum: 44 credits
Educational Studies Major Course Requirements
Core Education Courses
EDU 100 Foundations of American Education 3 credits
EDU 240 Nutrition, Health, and Safety 3 credits
EDU 359 Teaching the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Student 3 credits
ECE 305 Issues and Advocacy in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process 3 credits
SPE XXX Another Special Education Course 3 credits
Interdisciplinary Major Requirements
ACC 101 Financial Accounting or BUA 220 Human Resources Management 3 credits
COM 100 Introduction to Communication 3 credits
COM 102 Media Literacy or COM 120 Introduction to New Media 3 credits
ENG 230 Introduction to Professional Writing 3 credits
LDR 200 Foundations of Leadership 3 credits
PSY 227 Principals of Helping Relationships or PSY 230 Team Building & Group Dynamics 3 credits
SWK 300 Community Organizing 3 credits
THS 105 Public Speaking 3 credits
Capstone Experience:
EDU 380 Research and Community Engagement in Educational Studies 6 credits
Educational Studies Major Courses – 48 credits (Includes Capstone Experiences)
Electives: 28 credits
Please note:
- Students should concentrate on one or two areas of interest for elective courses.
- Several of the Interdisciplinary Major courses have LAC designations. If the courses are used to fulfill LAC requirements, then more electives credits will be needed to complete the 120 credits required for degree completion and graduation.
Total Number of Credits: 120 credits
Educational Studies Minor
The minor in Educational Studies is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with fundamental knowledge in educational theory and effective practices that relate to teaching and learning in many different fields. This minor introduces students to education and its related fields including psychology, social work, special education, and art. The participant in this minor will engage in child development studies, leadership, and advocacy. This Education Department also offers a BS in Educational Studies for those who want to pursue this discipline further.
The minor is 18 credits. Twelve credits are education courses and 6 credits are electives from other disciplines.
Note: The Educational Studies program may not be combined with any other education program (Early Childhood Education, Secondary Education, and/or Special Education) as a dual major or minor.
Core Education Courses: 12 credits
EDU 100 Foundations of American Education 3 credits
ECE 305 Issues and Advocacy in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
EDU 359 Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Student 3 credits
One of the following:
SPE 241 The Exceptional Child: Special Education Process 3 credits (WRI-2)
SPE 250 Subject Area Content Access 3 credits
SPE 220 Evidence-Based Approaches 3 credits
Electives: 6 Credits
Select two of the courses below. Please be sure to check prerequisites in the college catalog for these options.
ART 103 Introduction to Art Therapy 3 credits
ART 110 Principles of Visual Organization 3 credits
EDU 102 Educational Psychology 3 credits
EDU 240 Nutrition, Health, and Safety 3 credits
LDR 200 Foundations in Leadership 3 credits
PSY 210 Lifespan Development 3 credits
PSY 227 Principles of Helping Relationships 3 credits
PSY 230 Team Building and Group Dynamics 3 credits
SOC 321 Family as a Social Institution 3 credits
SWK 300 Community Organizing 3 credits
SWK 304 Child Abuse, Maltreatment & Neglect in Childhood and Adolescence 4 credits