The program for K-6 Teacher Education is designed to prepare teachers for kindergarten through grade six. Satisfactory completion of the program requirements and accompanying tests leads to a recommendation for a Class B Certificate in Elementary Education and Special Education Collaborative K-6.?

Students may also qualify for a Class B Certificate in Early Childhood Education (P-3) and a Class B Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education through additional internship and course requirements.

Program Mission Statement:

The K-6 Teacher Education program applies a decision-making model for preparing teacher educators. Through a combination of classroom and intensive field experiences, prospective teachers master the professional skills needed to provide systematic, individualized instruction to all students, promote student welfare, and serve as effective professional team members across diverse educational settings.