Bachelor [Education - Middle Level] From Duquesne University

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this degree, you will earn a certification in Middle Level Education. This certification will prepare you to teach all subject areas in Grades 4-6 and English/Language Arts/Reading in Grades 7-8.

This 134-??credit program consists of courses and experiences organized into three major areas of study: General Education, Foundations of Education, and Professional Preparation. Distributed within these credits are 30 credits in English/Language Arts/Reading; 12 credits in Science; 12 credits in Mathematics; and 12 credits in Social Studies. The faculty work with you to address professional standards in each of the curriculum areas through course projects and implementation of the standards in fieldwork. Toward the end of your studies, you will get the opportunity to student teach in an urban, suburban, or rural school . You will also have the option to experience a part of your student teaching abroad in Italy, Ireland, or England for eight weeks in an English-speaking classroom. Along with gaining experience in the classroom, starting in your Junior year, qualified students may begin graduate course work through our 5 year early start programs.