The College of Education collaborates with the College of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences, and the College of Science and local schools to offer undergraduate teacher preparation programs that combine a broad liberal education base and professional studies that are content-rich with diverse field experiences integrated into all coursework.
Undergraduate Catalog for Education
B.A. in Art with a Concentration in Education (P-12)
Students in elementary programs may add a collaborative-special education (K-6) endorsement with additional coursework and an internship.
B.A. in Music with a Concentration in Education (P-12)
B.S. in Child, Family, and Community Development
The B.S. in Child, Family & Community Development (CFCD) degree provides opportunities for students who wish to work with young children and their families in a community setting outside of a formal public or private school setting (meaning without a state-issued teaching certification). This program will develop leaders in the field who focus on improving the lives of young children and families whether that be through high-quality early care and education programs, non-profits, children’s museums, recreation centers or similar specialized programming, etc.
- Leadership in Early Learning and Family Relations Concentration
- Recreation and Community Leadership Concentration
B.S. in Early Childhood Special Education
Students in the Early Childhood Special Education program will be eligible to apply for an Alabama Class B Early Childhood Special Education (P-3) teaching certificate.
B.S. in Secondary Education with the following concentration options:
Students in secondary education programs may add a middle school endorsement or a collaborative-special education (6-12) endorsement with additional coursework and an internship.
Additional Endorsements
Initial Certification Program Handbook (Undergraduate)
Initial Certification Program Handbook (MAT: Alt-A)