Education WPU offers multiple programs of study leading to North Carolina Licensure in Education: • Elementary Education (K-6): This program prepares students to teach in an elementary setting • Dual Licensure in Elementary Education (K-6) and Special Education (K-12): This unique program prepares students for careers in both elementary education and special education general curriculum. • Middle School English/Language Arts (6-9) (TUG only) • Middle School Social Studies (6-9) (TUG only) • Middle School Science (6-9) (TUG only) • Licensure-Only Programs (SPS Only) o Elementary Education (K-6) o Dual Licensure in Elementary Education (K-6) and Special Education general curriculum (K-12) o Special Education: Adapted Curriculum (K-12) • Residency Licensure (SPS only) o Elementary Education (K‐6) o Special Education: General Curriculum (K‐12) o Special Education: Adapted Curriculum (K‐12) Education Program Admission Requirements for BA Students Students must apply to the Education Program prior to enrolling in 400-level courses. Assessment Level 1 – Prior to applying to the Education Program and Prior to taking 400-level courses Testing Requirements
Pass the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators exam: Reading (156) Writing (162) Math (150) or Cumulative score (468) Please see the Department Chair for possible exemptions based on the student’s SAT or ACT score.
GPA Requirements
Achieve and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher in college coursework at the time of program entry. If a student drops below a 2.7 GPA once admitted to the program, they must officially exit the program until their GPA is once again above a 2.7.
Course Grade Requirements
Earn a C or better in all Education coursework including all content courses taken in the Middle School Program. This does not include ENG 312, PSY 221, & PSY 310. Candidates must retake all EDU courses in which they have earned below a C.
Professional Behavior Assessment
Candidates must exhibit professional behaviors. This will be assessed in 300 and 400 level courses. Students who do not adequately demonstrate professional behaviors may not be placed in schools.
Application
Candidates will submit a formal application to the Education Department prior to taking 400 level courses.
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