Programs at the Tempe Campus
| Program | Degree | Certification(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diversity in Language and Learning - Bilingual | B.A.E. | Elementary (grades 1-8) |
The Diversity in Language and Learning - Bilingual program prepares individuals to teach in a bilingual or English as a Second Language elementary school environment. Applicants are required to demonstrate Spanish proficiency at Intermediate Spanish II level prior to Block 3. |
| Diversity in Language and Learning - ESL | B.A.E. | Elementary (grades 1-8) |
The Diversity in Language and Learning - ESL program prepares individuals to teach in an English as a Second Language elementary school environment. Applicants should possess a desire to work with children who are acquiring English skills. |
| Early Childhood Education | B.A.E. | Early Childhood (birth - grade 3) |
The Early Childhood Education program prepares students for careers working with infants and children in grades K-3. Students gain an understanding of the educational needs and challenges facing early learners. |
| Elementary Education | B.A.E. | Elementary (grades 1-8) |
The Elementary Education program prepares students to design and implement instructional programs for children in grades 1-8. The program leads to eligibility for teaching certification within the state of Arizona. |
| Elementary Education - Initial Teacher Certification | M.Ed. | Elementary (grades 1-8) |
The accelerated Elementary Education Master's with Arizona Certification (MAC) programs lead to certification in grades 1-8. Programs are offered in the Deer Valley school district and at the Tempe campus. Another Elementary Education program is offered in Osborn school district. |
| Secondary Education | B.A.E. | Secondary (grades 7-12) |
Professional programs in Secondary Education prepare students to teach a variety of subjects in grades 7-12. In addition to education methods courses, students must complete 44 to 48 hours in a chosen subject area. These programs equip students with the in-depth knowledge and teaching strategies necessary to serve the educational needs and challenges of students at the secondary level. |
| Secondary Education - Fine Arts |
B.F.A. B.M. |
Elementary (grades 1-8) Secondary (grades 7-12) |
Fine Arts programs in Secondary Education prepare students to teach art, dance, or music in grades 7-12. In addition to education methods courses, students complete coursework offered through the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. These programs equip students with the in-depth knowledge and teaching strategies necessary to serve the educational needs and challenges of students at the secondary level. |
| Secondary Education - Fine Arts |
B.F.A. B.M. |
Elementary (grades 1-8) Secondary (grades 7-12) |
Fine Arts programs in Secondary Education prepare students to teach art, dance, or music in grades 7-12. In addition to education methods courses, students complete coursework offered through the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. These programs equip students with the in-depth knowledge and teaching strategies necessary to serve the educational needs and challenges of students at the secondary level. |
| Secondary Education - Initial Teacher Certification | M.Ed. | Secondary (grades 7-12) |
The Secondary Education Master's with Arizona Certification (MAC) program leads to certification in grades 7-12. Programs are offered at all four ASU campuses. |
| Secondary Education - TEAMS | M.Ed. | Secondary (grades 7-12) |
The TEAMS (Teacher Education for Arizona Mathematics & Science) program is designed for those interested in teaching middle or high school mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, earth & space science, or general middle school science. |
| Special Education with Dual Certification in Elementary Education | B.A.E. |
Cross-Categorical Special Education (grades K-12) Elementary (grades 1-8) |
This program prepares undergraduate students for careers working with students in grades K-12 who have learning disabilities, mild mental retardation, or emotional/behavioral disorders. Students in the Special Education program gain an in-depth understanding of the various disabilities and learn strategies and techniques to support and teach individuals with special needs. |
| Special Education with Elementary Certification | M.Ed. |
Cross-Categorical Special Education (grades K-12) Elementary (grades 1-8) |
The Special Education Master's with Arizona Certification (MAC) program leads to an Arizona K-12 special education certification and an Arizona 1-8 elementary certification. Coursework for the required Structured English Immersion endorsement is included. |