Education Department | Certification
and Minors | Educational Studies
Master of Arts in Teaching | Course
of Study
Lower Division | Upper Division | Graduate
Albertson College of Idaho has an approved program under the NCATE Standards, which make it possible for graduates in education to be eligible for initial certification in any of the members of the Inter-State Compact.
Students preparing to teach at the secondary level must successfully complete a major in one of the following areas: anthropology/sociology, art, biology, chemistry, English, history, mathematics, music, physics, physical education, political science, psychology, social studies teaching, Spanish, or theatre (drama).
Students seeking secondary certification are recommended to complete a teaching minor as well. In addition to the areas listed above, minors may be completed in American government, American history, economics, French, German, natural sciences or reading.
After graduation, in order to be recommended for certification, students must complete a fifth-year internship. During this time, interns will engage in coursework in pedagogy and methods, research and teaching at the secondary (8-12) school level under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Students seeking K-12 certification in art, reading, music or physical education need to consult with their Education Department advisor.
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The Education Department also offers an education studies minor for those students pursuing careers that involve work with educational policy, educational reform or in educational settings; examples include social work or political science.
Consists of 20 credits and includes the following courses:
Consists of 20 credits, including:
Consists of 20 credits including:
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