Early Childhood Education, B.A. with Grades PK-4 And Special Education Pk-12 Certifications

This teacher preparation program leads to a B.A. degree and two Pennsylvania Instructional Certification, Grades PK-4 and Special Education PK-12. The dual certification prepares students to work as early childhood educators in public and private schools and childcare centers and/or special education teachers in various educational settings.

Total Program: 93 credits

General Education Core:

The following are required as part of the Liberal Arts Core:

MAT 105 - Mathematics for Teachers: Principle/Math
History (HIS) or Political Science (POS) Elective (3 cr)
Laboratory Science Elective (3 -4 cr) - recommend BIO 102 or BIO 109
PSY 101 - Introductory Psychology (for Social Science Elective - 3 cr)

Professional Education:

Special Education Requirements:

Related Requirements:

Note:

Grade C or better is required for MAT 105 , MAT 106 , MAT 148 , PSY 101 , HIS, BIO 102 /BIO 109 . A 2.0 is required for the remaining SEARCH requirements.

Grade B or better is required when MAT 105 and/or COM 101 grades are utilized as PDE pathways to the basic skills assessment for undergraduate teacher certification candidates.

Grade C or better is required for all special and professional education courses.