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EDUCATION
TRANSFER
For more information contact:
Nita Wirtz • Schafer Hall 212B • 701 224-5440
Nita.Wirtz@bismarckstate.edu
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Program Description
A career in Early Childhood Education offers the reward of making a permanent difference in the lives of thousands of children. This specialty prepares students for administration and teaching positions in childcare, preschool, Head Start and after school programs. BSC offers coursework for transfer to an early childhood education program at a four-year institution. Students concentrate on general education classes the first year. Courses in children's literature, math for elementary teachers, and music and arts activities are added sophomore year.
Students should review state testing requirements to become a licensed educator in states where they want to teach. Those planning a career as a professional educator in North Dakota are prepared for initial licensure testing requirements in conjunction with EDUC 250. The first level of North Dakota's two-level Praxis I exam should be completed during sophomore year.
Preparation
Early childhood educators typically work with children 6 weeks to 6 years of age and generally enjoy small children. Individuals considering this field should be creative, energetic, dependable, resourceful, and patient, possess good communication skills, and enjoy being directly involved in the educational and emotional development of children. Suggested high school classes include basic academics such as English, mathematics, science and technology. Participation in arts activities is beneficial.
Program Requirements
Students who complete the suggested curriculum earn an Associate in Arts and/or an Associate in Science.
BSC and Mayville State University have an articulation agreement that allows students to complete the Associate in Arts at BSC and continue with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education from Mayville State University on the BSC campus. Those transferring to other institutions should consult the catalog of the transfer institution and modify BSC suggested curriculum where necessary.
Contact your BSC advisor for assistance with transfer planning.
Career Opportunities
Degrees in early childhood education can be specialized to individual interests. Most opt for teaching, but opportunities are available as a childcare professional in a day care facility, a business owner with a focus on early childhood development, child development researcher, and child development professor at a college or university.
Career Possibilities: Preschool or elementary teacher, child care administrator/director, family services worker, nutritionist, human resources specialist, social services coordinator, home visitor, parent educator, resource specialist, licensing analyst, disabilities specialist, nanny, playground aide, coach.
ELEMENTARY
Program Description
A career in Elementary Education offers the reward of making a permanent difference in the lives of thousands of children. BSC offers preparatory coursework for transfer to an elementary education program at a four-year institution. Students concentrate on general education classes the first year and add courses in children's literature, math and music for elementary teachers, and art/design in sophomore year.
Students should review state testing requirements to become a licensed educator in states where they want to teach. Those planning a career as a professional educator in North Dakota are prepared for initial licensure testing requirements in conjunction with EDUC 250. The first level of North Dakota's two-level Praxis I exam should be completed during sophomore year.
Preparation
Elementary and kindergarten teachers introduce children to the basics of math, language, social studies, science and the arts. Individuals considering elementary education should be creative, dependable, and patient, possess good communication skills, and enjoy being directly involved in the educational and emotional development of children. Responsibilities include observing student social development and engaging parents in their child's education. Suggested high school classes are basic academics such as English, mathematics, science and technology. Participation in arts activities is beneficial.
Program Requirements
Students who complete the suggested curriculum earn an Associate in Arts and/or an Associate in Science.
BSC has cooperative agreements with Dickinson State University and several other four-year institutions that allow students to continue with a bachelor's degree on the BSC campus. Those transferring to other institutions should consult the catalog of the transfer institution and modify BSC suggested curriculum where necessary.
Contact your BSC advisor for assistance with transfer planning.
Career Opportunities
Excellent job opportunities for teachers are expected through the next decade. Training in education may also open doors to careers other than teaching. With additional education, teachers may be able to move into the job of school librarian, reading specialist, curriculum specialist, school counselor, principal, or other school staff positions. Additional options are special education and learning disabilities.
SECONDARY
Program Description
A career in Secondary Education offers the reward of making a permanent difference in the lives of thousands of children and adults. BSC offers preparatory coursework for transfer to a secondary education program at a four-year institution. Students concentrate on general education classes the first year and add courses in their selected major during sophomore year to meet requirements in that specialty.
Students should review state testing requirements to become a licensed educator in states where they want to teach. Those planning a career as a professional educator in North Dakota areprepared for initial licensure testing requirements in conjunction with EDUC 250. The first level of North Dakota's two-level Praxis I exam should be completed during sophomore year.
Preparation
Secondary teachers should be interested in a specific subject and be able to convey knowledge effectively and motivate students. Those interested in this field need superior communication skills. Other desirable qualities are dedication, patience, creativity, enthusiasm and resourcefulness. Suggested background includes basic academics such as English, mathematics, science and technology. Teaching responsibilities may include career guidance.
Program Requirements
Students who complete the suggested curriculum for their specialty earn an Associate in Arts and/or an Associate in Science.
BSC has articulation agreements with Dickinson State University and the University of Mary that allow students to complete the Associate in Arts at BSC and continue with a bachelor's degree in education at DSU or U-Mary on the BSC campus. Those transferring to other institutions should consult the catalog of the transfer institution and modify BSC suggested curriculum where necessary.
Contact your BSC advisor for assistance with transfer planning.
Career Opportunities
Secondary teachers can expect excellent job opportunities through the next decade as retirements outpace enrollment growth. Training in education can provide excellent skills for working with people and may open doors to careers other than teaching. With additional education, teachers may be able to move into the job of school librarian, reading specialist, curriculum specialist, school counselor, principal, or other school staff positions, as well as careers in the business world.
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