Elementary Certification (pK-6)
Candidates who seek certification to teach grades pK-6 are strongly encouraged to consult early with the Education Department faculty regarding a choice of major. Regardless of the major, it is vital for prospective elementary teachers to have a solid working knowledge in the core subject areas (English, Science, Mathematics, or Social Studies) in order to implement the Standards of Learning as established by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Liberal Studies Major
As an option to other arts and sciences majors, effective August 1999, the Liberal Studies Major and general education program is available for candidates seeking pK-6 certification. Since this major is linked with pK-6 certification, all requirements (major and pK-6 education courses) must be met prior to graduation. A candidate cannot graduate with this major and then return to complete the professional education semester (i.e., student teaching and the senior education seminar). This major is available in either a B.A. or B.S. degree and will be housed in the Education Department.
The following courses are required for the Liberal Studies major:
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ENG 275: |
Traditional American Grammar (3) |
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or |
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ENG 300: |
Linguistics (3) |
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ENG 310: |
Advanced Composition (3) |
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or |
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ENG 315: |
Teaching Writing (3) |
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ENG 345: |
Literature for Children (3) |
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MATH 105: |
Math Theory and Computation I (3) |
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MATH 115: |
Math Theory and Computation II (3) |
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MATH 200: |
Introduction to Statistics (3) |
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HIST 201: |
US History to 1877 (3) |
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HIST 302: |
The American Experience 1877- Present (3) |
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GEOG 340: |
Regional Geography (3) |
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BIOL 100: |
The Nature of the Biological World (4) |
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PHYS 110: |
Introductory Astronomy (4) |
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or
PHYS 125:
CHEM 125: |
Concepts of Physics (4)
Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry (4) |
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FCS 408 or 400: |
Parent and Child Relationships or Early Childhood Education (3) |
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