Early Childhood and Elementary Education

DUAL CERTIFICATION

Combination of these two programs allows students the flexibility of teaching pre-kindergarten through sixth grade and increases job potential. Early consultation with an adviser is recommended. See Early Childhood Education major requirements.

Early Childhood Education majors who desire to obtain an Elementary Education Certification will complete 38 hours in the Early Childhood Education major and must also complete the following additional 19 hours:

Required Education Course (3 credit hours)

EDUC DV3260 The Exceptional Student* (3)

*if not already taken

Concentration (9 credit hours)

Select an additional 9 credit hours of course work in an area of concentration. (See Teacher Education Department advisor.)

Science Elective (3 credit hours)

Select one 3-hour course that includes a lab in consultation with a Teacher Education Department advisor.

Additional Student Teaching (4 credit hours)

EDUC 4380 Student Teaching in Elementary Education (4)

Length may vary depending on performance and previous placement.

Weber State University 2006-2007 Catalog