The Education (EDU) department also includes an ECE lending library/computer lab and the Early Childhood Education Center which provides childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old year round.
This program provides the knowledge, skills and competencies important to an entry-level teacher working with, or planning to work with, young children. The program includes the academic preparation required by the Ohio Department of Education to meet Pre-Kindergarten Associate Teacher Licensure standards. Students interested in completing this degree program must get department approval to declare major. Students must successfully pass a full criminal background investigation before enrolling in the final practicum course. A grade of "C" or better is required in all courses.
The Interpreter Education program provides the unique opportunity for students to develop a solid foundation in language, linguistics, culture and interpretation and to master the skills necessary to successfully function as an interpreter for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals in a variety of educational and community settings. Students will gain rich insights into the American Deaf community, their beliefs, values, history, rights and cultural norms. A grade of "C" or better is required in all ASL courses.
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This Associate of Arts degree program in Elementary Education is designed to serve as a transfer degree for those students interested in teacher education in Pre-K through 12th grade. All courses in this degree are Ohio Transfer 36 (OT36) courses or Transfer Assurance Guide (TAG) courses and are designed to transfer seamlessly to any state (and some private) Ohio colleges and universities. As part of this degree program, students must complete the requirements of the Ohio Transfer 36 in order to graduate.
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This program is for students who wish to pursue teaching mathematics in grades 7-12. The course content includes mathematics and education courses that students need during the first two years of a bachelor's degree program in Math Education. As part of this degree program, students must complete the requirements of the Ohio Transfer 36 in order to graduate.
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The Captioning Certificate is designed to prepare students for a position as a captionist in the workforce. The skills obtained will train students to provide accessible communication services to individuals with hearing loss or communication barriers. A field experience is required.
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This certificate includes three ECE courses which serve as the preparation for later completion of the CDA (Childhood Development Associate) certificate. These three courses provide the required content knowledge and development of the CDA portfolio. Successful completion of these courses, passage of required on-site observation, and successful completion of the CDA exam will enable students to obtain the CDA certificate through the Council of Professional Recognition (CDA Council). A grade of C or better is required in all courses.
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Students completing this certificate will obtain valuable knowledge regarding Deaf Culture and American Sign Language. This certificate shows a conversational level of American Sign Language skill. Students seeking another degree or certificate may find this credential allows them to highlight additional language skills. This certificate does not teach interpreting nor is the holder of this certificate qualified as an ASL-English Interpreter. A grade of C or better is required in all ASL courses.
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Trauma Informed Care in Education is a four-course certificate that provides students a foundational understanding of trauma effects on the brain, culturally sensitive approaches, and resources to equip educators in a trauma-informed classroom.
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Scholarships
There are a variety of scholarships available to Education students. To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, see the scholarships page.
Accreditation
Early Childhood Education (ECE)
The ECE Program is approved by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Upon completion of the ECE Program, students are eligible to apply for licensure granted by the ODE.
American Sign Language (ASL)
The ASL Program is approved by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Upon completion of the ASL Program, students are eligible to apply for licensure granted by the ODE. This licensure is applicable to interpreting in a K-12 setting only.
American Sign Language (ASL) Lab
The American Sign Language (ASL) Lab is located in Building 5, Room 341 . Call 937-512-5436 for hours of operation.
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