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School of Education Majors, Minors & Certificate
Majors
Bachelor of Science In Education (B.S.Ed.)*
n Early Childhood Education and Teaching — Teach and provide care for infants, toddlers, and children in schools and preschools.
n Elementary Education and Teaching — Teach young children in grades K-6 and preschool.
n Health and Physical Education — Become a health and physical education teacher or community leader.
n Secondary Education and Teaching — Teach and inspire students in grades 6-12. Two concentrations: History and English.
n Special Education — Become a special education teacher. Two concentrations: General Education (PreK to 12th grade) and Early Childhood (Birth to 3 years of age).
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)*
n Human and Organizational Development — Blends psychology, sociology, management, leadership and adult learning — ideal for careers in nonprofits, businesses and schools. Prepare for career paths from corporate trainer to human resources/ employee relations professional to instructional designer.
Minors
n Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education
n Education
n Health Education
n Instructional Design and Technology
n Mental Health, Wellness and Counseling NEW
n Recreation and Wellness
n Special Education
n Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Certificate
n Disabilities Studies Undergraduate Certificate (9 credits) — Gain invaluable insights to engage with individuals with disabilities in the workplace and your community. Check with your advisor since two of the required certificate courses are also GenEd courses.
* Upon completion of degree requirements in any of VCU’s educator preparation programs, students are eligible to receive licensure from the Virginia Department of Education
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