Professional Studies for Middle School Education - Lynchburg College

Professional Studies for Middle School Education from Lynchburg College is a Campus Certificate Junior High Intermediate Middle School Education and Teaching degree that prepares you for a Education career. Program description: This certificate program provides aspiring teachers or non-licensed teachers with an opportunity to earn graduate credit while working toward the required professional studies coursework to satisfy grades 6-8 licensure requirements as outlined by the Virginia Department of Education . This certificate program includes the core professional preparation coursework consistent with grades 6-8 licensure requirements, but it does not constitute full completion of licensure requirements in Virginia. In order to become licensed to teach, individuals need to meet requirements related to content coursework, state testing requirements, and either a graduate teaching internship or one relevant year of successful teaching. Designed to meet the needs of: Individuals seeking to complete the professional studies requirements for grades 6-8 teacher licensure in Virginia. Objectives: Research, analyze, evaluate, and apply curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment to improve the academic achievement of all grade 6-8 students Design and apply instructional activities and strategies to meet the challenges of grades 6-8 learners with diverse needs Further degree opportunities: The course sequence associated with this certificate can be included within the M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction: teacher licensure track. Upon completion of the required courses for this certificate, students will have completed 18 of the required 36 credits for the M.Ed. degree. View more details on Lynchburg College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Junior High Intermediate Middle School Education and Teaching courses.