Teacher Certification: Pre-K-4
The Pre-K-4 certification permits the candidate to teach in early childhood settings and elementary schools up to grade 4. There are 14 education courses, along with the cognate and major courses.
- A bachelor’s degree in any major offered at Muhlenberg
- Required Cognate Courses:
- Two courses in mathematics (one must be Fundamentals of Mathematics or Shape & Symmetry)
- Writing Composition
- British or American Literature
- Biology
- Physical Science
- Foundations of the Creative Arts
- World Geography
- Education Courses:
- History and Politics of American Education
- Educational Psychology: Child Learning and Development
- Introduction to Special Education
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Integrating Curriculum and Instruction for Young Learners
- Theory and Practice of Teaching English Language Learners
- Language and Early Literacy Education
- Literacy & Social Studies Education
- Mathematics Education for Young Learners
- Science Education for Young Learners
- Professional Semester:
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Professional Studies and Community Education
- Student Teaching I
- Student Teaching II
- Required Cognate Courses:
If you are interested in learning more about our program, please complete the form or contact our office at 484-664-3300 to schedule an initial meeting with the Director of Teacher Certification. In addition, a copy of your resumé and any transcripts you may have will help assess what courses you need to take.
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