Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
The Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education qualifies candidates to seek licensure in elementary education (PreK through 6th grade). The program of study helps future teachers discover the links between general education courses, professional education curriculum, pedagogical theory, and clinical experience. The nationally ranked Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program is offered on-campus and online and provides field experiences in diverse environments. Candidates have multiple opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills with measurable outcomes and feedback from university faculty. The Department of Teacher Education also offers scholarships for this program. Please visit the Teacher Education Scholarships website and the Financial Assistance Office's website for a current listing of available scholarships.
If you live in a different state:
Licensure in Other States
It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that candidates check with their state department of education and anticipated school site prior to participating in any internship or student teaching to determine any additional requirements that may be in place by that state. Failure to do so could result in needing to repeat that internship or student teaching.
Disclosure for Out of State Teacher Licensure
The United States Department of Education (Federal regulation Sec 668.43 A-C) requires universities to determine which states meet educational requirements to apply for teaching certification or licensure in that state. Upon obtaining a Kansas teaching license, FHSU’s programs for initial teaching licensure MEET the educational requirements for licensure in all other states except for:
Alaska
Georgia
Indiana
New York
Wyoming
These states have a designation of “Does Not Meet” and have additional requirements that must be met first. Common causes for a state not meeting requirements are:
- The state certification agency requires a transcript review prior to application for certification.
- The state does not have an equivalent for an endorsement completed in Kansas.
- The state requires you to take an additional course or exam specific to that state’s history or laws.
If you live in or plan to live in one of the “Does Not Meet” states, you may still enroll in your selected FHSU program per Federal regulation, by agreeing to an Attestation statement completed at time of application to the university.
For licensure questions, contact Kerry Schuckman, FHSU Licensure Officer, at kschuckm@fhsu.edu, 785-628-4542.
If you live in a country other than the United States, you will need to check with your country to find out about required educational credentials required for teacher licensure. Our programs require clinical experiences that must be completed at an accredited school in your area.
Program Summary
General Education Coursework - 34 Credit Hours
Professional Studies & Major Courses (Non-restricted) - 25 Credit Hours
Major Courses (Restricted to program admits) - 14 Credit Hours
Internships and Methods Courses (Restricted to program admits) - 21 Credit Hours
Approved Electives – 14 Credit Hours
Student Teaching (Restricted to program admits) - 12 Credit Hours
TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE - 120 Credit Hours
"Non-restricted" courses below are open to Teacher Education majors who have not yet been admitted to the Teacher Education program (some prerequisites apply). Admission to Teacher Education is a prerequisite for "Restricted" courses. You're also required to complete General Education courses, and Teacher Education requires you to take specific courses from among the General Education selections. This link provides more information about the General Education Requirements.
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES & MAJOR COURSES (Non-restricted)
- TEEL 202 Foundations of Education (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 231 Human Growth & Development (3 Credit Hours)
- TESP 302 Educating Exceptional Students (3 Credit Hours)
- ART 300 Elementary Art Methods (2 Credit Hours)
- MATH 180 Concepts of Elementary Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- TECS 301 Intro to Instructional Technology (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 230 Diverse Learners (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 260 Children's Literature (2 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 340 Classroom Management (3 Credit Hours)
MAJOR COURSES (Restricted)
- HHP 415 Health & PE Methods & Curriculum (3 Credit Hours)
- MUS 366 Elementary School Music (2 Credit Hours)
- TECS 303 STEM Practices in Elementary Education (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 350 Curriculum & Assessment (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 431 Educational Psychology (3 Credit Hours)
INTERNSHIPS & METHODS COURSES (Restricted)
- TEEL 365 Science of Reading I (4 Credit Hours) *Per KBOR Requirements
- TEEL 378 Literacy Internship (1 Credit Hour)
- TEEL 360 Mathematics Methods (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 377 Mathematics Internship (1 Credit Hour)
- TEEL 363 Social Studies Methods (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 478 Social Studies Internship (1 Credit Hour)
- TEEL 361 Elementary School Science Methods (3 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 479 Science Internship (1 Credit Hour)
- TEEL 481 Science of Reading II (4 Credit Hours) *Per KBOR Requirements
STUDENT TEACHING (Restricted)
- TEEL 496 Student Teaching Elementary (11 Credit Hours)
- TEEL 675 Seminar in Education-PPAT (1 Credit Hour)
- All program courses must be completed with a C or better
- Candidate may complete up to two internships per semester
- Here are the application forms in addition to the requirements for admission to Teacher Education and the requirements for admission to Student Teaching.