ELEMENTARY EDUCATION


Teach children during their formative years.  During the period between kindergarten and middle school, children undergo dramatic developmental changes.  As an elementary school teacher, you’ll guide them through this challenging and exciting time.

Public school teachers earn an average of $46,597 per year. 
You can get an elementary education degree online or through a traditional school.  Common career paths for graduates include:
  • Elementary school teacher
  • Elementary school administrator
  • Reading specialist
  • School librarian
  • Daycare provider

Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Interdisciplinary Studies (PK-8) - Teacher Licensure

Western Governors University

$29,215.00 Request Information

This online Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Interdisciplinary Studies (PK-8) - Teacher Licensure program from Western Governor's University is directed to those individuals who are seeking teaching licensure in their particular state.

While specific requirements will vary from state-to-state (fees, background clearances, pedagogy exams), the Teacher's College at WGU provides the necessary course work, pre-clinical experience, and demonstration teaching required to be licensed.

The B.A in Teaching Interdisciplinary Studies for PK-8 is a 126-competency unit program that also includes practice teaching.

This program can be completed in 4-5 years, or as little as 2 years if you already possess an Associates or another bachelor's degree.

Western Governors University offers students a unique tuition plan in which rates are per 6-month term, not per credit hour, to help students get a quality education at a lower cost.

Accreditation Agency: Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission; Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)

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Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure Preparation Program (PK-8)

Western Governors University

$12,140.00 Request Information

This online Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8) program from Western Governors University is geared towards students with a bachelor's degree seeking teaching licensure in their particular state.

While specific requirements vary state-to-state (fees, background clearances, pedagogy exams), the Teacher's College at WGU provides the necessary course work, pre-clinical experience, and demonstration teaching required to be licensed.

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure Preparation Program (PK-8) is a 54 competency unit program that also includes practice teaching. This program can be completed in as little as 2 years, and requires a one-time $800 demonstration teaching fee.

Western Governors University offers students a unique tuition plan in which rates are per 6-month term, not per credit hour, to help students get a quality education at a lower cost.

Accreditation Agency: Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission; Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)

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Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management - Elementary Education

Ashford University

$39,012.00 Request Information

Ashford University's Organizational Management program examines the human side of managing organizations, skill development in communication, group behavior, decision-making, human resource management and ethics. One of the best things about Ashford University's Organizational Management program is the student's ability to customize their degree to fit their professional and educational goals. Students with a background in Elementary Education can transfer up to 12 credits of Elementary Education coursework into their Organizational Management concentration, resulting in a dynamic degree comprised of complementing areas.

Students focusing in Elementary Education program will gain many of the skills required to be successful as a professional educator. These students will combine their Elementary Education concentration with organizational skill development in communications, group behavior, decision making, human resource management and ethics, culminating in a well-rounded degree. In addition, Ashford University's transfer policy will allow you to transfer in your Elementary Education credits no matter when you took them.

Applicants to this program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Bachelor of Arts in Social Science - Elementary Education

Ashford University

$39,012.00 Request Information

Would you like to develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives? Then earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) - Elementary Education degree from Ashford University. This program takes a multidisciplinary approach to social science through different outlooks combined and applied to real world issues.

Students can transfer up to 12 approved credits of Elementary Education coursework to qualify as an Education Studies concentration in the Social Science degree program (The Bachelor of Arts in Social Science program is not intended to prepare students for professional licensure or certification in education). Students will gain knowledge of education practices, learning styles and cognitive development will supplementing thier studies in Social Science resulting in a well-rounded degree. Every Students will be glad to know that they can transfer approved credits no matter when they took them so the credits they have already earned will not go unused. Each student that graduates from Ashford with this dynamic degree will enhance their opportunity for promotion within your chosen field.

Applicants to this program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education

University of Phoenix Online

$36,110.00 Request Information

The B.S. in Education / Elementary Education degree from University of Phoenix Online is a 120 credit hour program that also requires 100 hours of field experience, including student teaching. This program is for students also seeking teacher certification. Tuition is $300 per credit hour, there is a $45 application fee, and a $65 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University Online

$46,180.00 Request Information

Grand Canyon University Online offers a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree that can be completed with 128 credit hours of study and a 16-week student teaching component. The cost for this program is $360 per credit hour, plus a $100 application fee, and a $100 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

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Master of Arts in Education - Elementary Education

Dominican University

$22,620.00 Request Information

If you are looking for an online education degree that will aid you in gaining the skills and understanding that is needed to teach at the elementary level? Then the online Master of Arts in Education - Elementary Education degree program from Dominican University is the right program for you.

During your time in this online education program you will develop a variety of skills, including:

  • Utilize the latest age/grade/subject-matter-appropriate resources, games and learning models
  • Handle diverse teaching situations
  • Learn effective ways to integrate students with disabilities into general learning environments
  • Understand how to construct age/grade-appropriate assessments
  • Design learning opportunities based on the latest theories of learning and motivation
  • Improve learning outcomes with students who have various disabilities

This fully online elementary education degree program will aid you in developing an advanced expertise that will enable you to provide students with an education that offers them the best start for the brightest future.

All applicants must have an accredited bachelors degree, possess a teaching certificate and be at least 22 years old. Not available to residents of Arkansas.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education

University of Phoenix Online

$19,995.00 Request Information

The M.A. in Education / Elementary Teacher Education degree from University of Phoenix Online is a 41 credit hour program that also requires 100 hours of field experience, including student teaching. This program is for students also seeking teacher certification. Tuition is $485 per credit hour, there is a $45 application fee, and a $65 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

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Master of Arts in Teaching (PK-8) - Teacher Licensure

Western Governors University

$17,875.00 Request Information

The online Master of Arts in Teaching (K-8) from Western Governors University is an excellent program for individuals who hold a bachelor degree with an extensive understanding of interdisciplinary studies, and who are wanting to become a certified elementary teachers or middle school generalists.

This fully online Master in Teaching (K-8) degree program not only teacher students the necessary skills and understanding needed for research, instruction design, and performance improvement, but also aids them in gaining their teacher licensure.

This is 2008 USDLA (United States Distance Learning Association) Best Practices award recipient program that has designed to aid students in becoming highly-qualified teachers.

All applicants must have an accredited Bachelor's degree.

Western Governors University offers students a unique tuition plan in which rates are per 6-month term, not per credit hour, to help students get a quality education at a lower cost.

Accreditation Agency: Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission; Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)

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Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education

Liberty University

$9,000.00 Request Information

Earn your online Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education degree from Liberty University and gain the necessary education for obtaining licensure for teaching in your own area.

This program offers a number of core courses that are meant to enable its students with the knowledge and skills needed to complete their student teaching in the area that they are seeking licensure. This program has been approved by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and is a part of the approved programs for state initial licensure (reciprocity with other states) or endorsements.

Liberty University is proud to offer this online early education program that combines the university's core Christian values with its goal to give students a thorough academic experience.

All applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from an institution that is accredited by an agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Liberty University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees.

Accreditation Agency: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University Online

$17,750.00 Request Information

At Grand Canyon University Online, a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education degree can be completed with 45 credit hours of study, and an internship component if the student wants to be eligible for a teaching credential. A traditional graduate student will pay $390 per credit hour. There is a $100 application fee and a $100 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

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Master of Education for Science Teachers

UMassOnline

$11,055.00 Request Information

The online Master of Education for Science Teachers degree program from UMassOnline was created in collaboration with the College of Natural Sciences and the Mathematics and College of Natural Resources and the Environment at University of Massachusetts, and offers individuals a flexible online graduate degree program that is focused on aiding individuals become knowledgeable elementary and middle school science teachers.

The courses in this fully online master's degree in education have been develop through an inquiry-based, hands-on approach and are taught by experienced and motivated science educators.

All applicants to this program must have a bachelor's degree to be accepted into this program.

Accreditation Agency: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

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