Elementary Education P-5, BSEd

Wright State University

The elementary education P-5 program leads to the Bachelor of Science in Education degree with licensure. You can complete general education and content courses during your first and second years and begin the elementary education program in the spring of your third year as a member of a cohort group. The cohort portion of the program consists of two semesters of integrated coursework and a year-long student teaching placement. Recommendation for licensure requires successful completion of the program and passing scores on required licensure examinations. Upon successful completion of the licensure portion of the program and passing the appropriate licensure exams, you are eligible for an Ohio resident educator license Primary Education P-5. Please consult with an advisor for current licensure test information. Specific courses have been included to ensure you will develop theoretical and practical knowledge in humanities, mathematics and technology, social sciences, biological and physical sciences, the arts, and personal health and fitness. Courses that incorporate multicultural and global perspectives are also included in the general education requirements. If you pursue a teacher licensure program, you are required to complete the Ohio Department of Education prescribed exams for your intended area of licensure.Demand for teachers is high, with many parts of the state and nation currently unable to hire as many teachers as they need. Areas with the highest need include special education (intervention specialist), math, science, world language, and teaching English as a second language (TESOL). Hiring for teachers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 512,900 new teaching jobs are projected to be added from 2018 to 2028 (bls.gov). Teaching is unique in that it provides you an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students, carry out your passion for your content area, and advocate for issues related to education. There are also plenty of opportunities to move up and through the education field, including becoming a lead teacher, administrator, school counselor, or further your specialties through endorsements and certificates. You may take an opportunity to move your career to advocacy, government agencies, or higher education.

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