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What kind of educator will you become? Learn more about the different levels of teacher certification concentrations offered here at LMU.
Ready to become an educator? If you are a prospective undergraduate student seeking to obtain a Bachelor's degree with teacher certification, this is the Lincoln Memorial University program for you.
The Bachelor of Science in Education [also referred to as Initial Teacher Licensure Undergraduate (ITLU)] Program is a significant pathway for learning at Lincoln Memorial University and has been for more than one hundred years. Throughout its history, LMU has transformed our students into quality teachers and professional educators who continually help improve the teaching profession across the country. When you complete the Initial Teacher Education Undergraduate Program, you'll graduate with mastery of content and the ability to think critically and communicate effectively. You will be able to match teaching strategies to learning styles, appreciate all types of learners, and recognize the unique needs of teaching in varied settings. Our teacher education graduates understand the need to establish a caring and secure learning environment for their students, as well as the importance of staying up to date with the ever-changing needs of society.
What kind of educator will you become? Learn more about the different levels of teacher certification concentrations offered here at LMU.
Elementary Education Bachelor of Science Degree includes:
Secondary Education Bachelor Degree concentrations include:
Special Education Bachelor Degree concentrations include:
To earn your bachelor's degree and teacher certificate from LMU, you must meet specific benchmarks during your program studies. You are responsible for meeting or exceeding the following as according to your specific education bachelor's degree pathway:
See the Bachelor of Science in Education: Undergraduate Initial Teacher Licensure Handbook for the complete list of initial teacher licensure requirements for candidates.
Each teacher certificate degree program has its own unique suggested 4-year plan with set curricula. However, some courses must be completed as prerequisites or co-requisites:
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