2,869 Skills, Education and Professional Development Bachelors Degree Programs

The Teacher Education program prepares candidates for certification in grades K-12. The Secondary Education program requires 27 credits of Education coursework in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education coursework in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 3.0 in general coursework.

A three-year, employment-based undergraduate degree focused on supporting the education, inclusion, mental health and wellbeing of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The course combines weekly academic study with practical experience in an appropriate setting.

The Graduate Certificate of Education offers teachers the opportunity to deepen their expertise in a chosen specialist area. It enables educators to upskill in fields aligned with their professional interests and evolving educational challenges. This course supports continuous growth, empowering teachers to enhance their practice and respond to current issues in education.

Are you unsure whether you should choose to major in Special Education or in Elementary Education? Or would you be interested in teaching students who are both in elementary school and may have unique learning needs? If so, the B.A. in Special Education and Elementary Education is perfect for you. This dual program will enable you to pursue a dual initial licensure in Special Education and Elementary Education (K-6), giving you the opportunity to become a highly qualified educator in both disciplines.

Loras College offers a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education leading to licensure in early childhood education, elementary education, and instructional strategist (special education). In these programs, students work with full-time professors and outstanding practitioners from area schools and agencies.

As a student in Thiel College’s Education Department, you will experience a modern and exciting curriculum based on the latest “Effective Schools” research that includes instructional teaching strategies based on the work of Bob Marzano, Jay McTighe, Grant Wiggins, and other current leaders in the field of education.

The BFA in Art Education and Art History double major program will provide an opportunity for students who want to expand the scope of their respective programs to include more depth of knowledge, aesthetic/historical perspective and both practical and creative artistic and pedagogical skills that will open up professional paths in the future – in both the fields of Art Education and Art History.

The Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English and Language Arts Education advances your knowledge and skills within grammar, literature, and communication to serve as an expert resource to your students. Utilize traditional and innovative practices to create inclusive learning spaces for your students.

University study program Music Education with a focus on education prepares students in the theoretical and practical specialization of music pedagogy and provides basic knowledge for a job in education. The study combines three components of Middle school / Junior High school / Secondary school / High school / Junior High school / Senior High school teacher training: subject training, general and subject training didactics, and teacher propaedeutics (pedagogical-psychological training). The obligatory basis of the study consists of music-theoretical components of education: music theory, harmony, counterpoint, musical forms, organology, history of music, etc. Improving musical skills is provided by vocal and instrumental preparation, intonation and auditory analysis, choral conducting. Everything is focused on the work of a lecturer, assistant teacher, educator, cultural assistant, etc. The next part is the didactics of music education, listening, and assistant practice at school. These activities prepare the graduate for the next level of study - a master's degree in music education. The study program in the major plan respects the balance of subject, didactic and pedagogical-psychological components according to the standards of teacher training of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic. Pedagogical-psychological preparation includes subjects of pedagogy, psychology, and special pedagogy, including pedagogical-psychological practice and aims to prepare for the subsequent master's study of teaching. A part of the study program major is a bachelor's thesis. Graduates possess knowledge and skills in both components: special and general education. They acquire basic awareness about teachers’ work through an introduction to pedagogy, social pedagogy and motivational practice, and basic psychological disciplines. The curriculum's outcome is not a qualification for teaching.

Make a difference through a meaningful career. Learn about the theories, skills, and methods needed to become an effective Special Education classroom teacher.

Become a licensed teacher in Minnesota and prepare to work with learners in K–6 classrooms with Southwest Minnesota State's online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Finish your program in three to four years and earn a degree accredited by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board. You will also gain classroom experience from field placements that give you the opportunity to apply your studies in real-world contexts.

A Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching focuses on child development and education theory, enhancing understanding of curriculum design. It prepares individuals to support learners’ growth during key developmental years.

The Department of Education provides students with an opportunity to gain a firm foundation in the elements of secondary education. As a student in the Thiel College Education Department, students will experience high-quality education programs based on the latest “Effective Schools” research that includes instructional teaching strategies based on the work of Robert Marzano, Jay McTighe, Grant Wiggins, Charlotte Danielson, and other current leaders in the field of education. It’s not enough to be good at mathematics in order to teach the subject. So, you’ll not only hone your skills in mathematical concepts and applications, but you’ll also acquire a solid foundation in educational methods, learning and development, and instructional technologies.

A Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching (Science) prepares students to teach science subjects at the senior school level. Graduates are equipped to foster critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and problem-solving skills, inspiring students to engage with and excel in the ever-evolving field of science.

Our BSc Education is designed for students who have an interest in education and are looking for the opportunity to pursue this interest in a broad social science context. Your study will be informed by our research in education and the latest developments in policy and practice, encompassing aspects of culture and identity, childhood and youth, gender and ethnicity, and social justice and inclusion.