Bachelor of Arts in Education with Teacher Certification
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Is this program for me?
City University of Seattle's regionally accredited B.A.Ed. with Teacher Certification program is designed for
individuals who have some college credits and wish to pursue a rewarding career in teaching. CityU of Seattle
has one of the few programs that allows you the option of earning an Elementary K-8 Endorsement, a Special
Education K-12 Endorsement or BOTH while you earn your bachelors degree.
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What will I learn?
The Elementary (K-8) program will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to teach core curriculum
to a diverse population of elementary and middle school children. Subjects covered include: Math, Science,
Reading and Literacy, Social Studies and Health. The Special Education (K-12) program combines traditional
education training with a focus on classes that prepare you to assist children with special needs.
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What can I do with my degree?
Become a teacher! Upon completion of this program and any state required exams, you will be prepared to teach
students grade K-8 and/or special education students grades K-12 in Washington State public or private schools.
You may also be able to teach in other states that honor the Washington residency certificate. Additional
opportunities include short-or long-term substitute teaching and eligibility to pursue additional endorsements,
or graduate level degrees.
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Why CityU?
Our full-time program is designed to be flexible, so you can study without sacrificing your career.
Typically, you'll meet for class just two evenings a week, plus Saturdays.
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Five easy steps to get started
If would like to become a teacher and have undergraduate credits to transfer, you may be eligible to apply to the B.A.Ed. program.
Note: You will need to pass the state WEST B Exam to enter this program. Visit the WEST B Exam website for more info. |
Course Descriptions
| Total Required Credits | 180 Credits | ||
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Lower-Division Requirements Transfer these credits from another college or take at CityU |
90 Credits | ||
| Elementary Education Core Requirements | 13 Credits | ||
| Special Education Core Requirements | 16 Credits | ||
| Combined Requirements | 57 Credits | ||
| Internship and Student Teaching | 20 Credits | ||
| Dual Endorsement Only | 6 Credits | ||
* General requirements listed, please speak to an advisor for detailed transfer requirements
** Academic Content Area Required: You must have a minimum of 30 credits in Humanities, Social Sciences or Natural Sciences
** Academic Content Area Required: You must have a minimum of 30 credits in Humanities, Social Sciences or Natural Sciences
Classes are typically held two weekday evenings per week and Saturdays.
*These locations offer programs every other year.
Special Ed Teachers are some of the happiest people according to a Nov 2007 Time Magazine article. Special
Education Teachers ranked in the top 10 of "Happiest People, By Job" above actors, pilots and other types of teachers.