Information about the School of Education Mission Statement (Continued)

We believe that the education program should be viewed as a continuous, seamless process beginning with the first introduction to the profession in "ED 100: Introduction to Teaching" and culminating in the professional semester of student teaching. Any student considering an education major should obtain a specific planning sheet and request assignments to an education advisor as early in the program as possible. Education courses (with the exception of ED 100) may be taken only by students who have been accepted into the School of Education. Any exception to this rule must be approved by the School of Education.  

About the Education Major

We offer programs in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Music Education/K–12, and Physical Education/K–12. Secondary Education Majors focus on one subject area: biology, English, history, or mathematics.

Candidates who successfully complete the general and professional education courses required for their major are eligible to be recommended for the appropriate initial state certificate. The state of Illinois requires the candidate to pass basic skills and content area tests before certification is awarded. Candidates are required to comply with all state certification requirements which are in place at the time of application for certification.

The Initial Elementary School Certificate is valid for teaching in grades kindergarten through nine. The Initial High School Certificate is valid for teaching in grades 6 through 12. The Initial Specialist Certificate is valid for teaching in grades K through 12 in the area of specialty.

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