About Ottawa University

Ottawa University is a not-for-profit, comprehensive 4-year liberal arts and professional studies university. Founded in 1865, Ottawa University has a residential campus in Ottawa, Kansas, and adult education campuses in Arizona, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri and Wisconsin, as well as multiple instructional sites. Online studies are also offered.

Ottawa University offers a variety of bachelor's degree programs, degree completion, and graduate programs through online and classroom-based program offerings.

In Kansas City, Ottawa University features bachelor's degree majors in more than seven disciplines including business, education, human resources and psychology. An MBA and Master of Arts in human resources are also available.

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education

The elementary education major (K-6 licensure) at Ottawa University provides the knowledge, social competencies, methods and communication skills necessary to become an effective teacher. In addition to methods and professional education course work, you will also need to have field experience and meet observation requirements. You must also demonstrate ability in liberal arts areas including mathematics, science, writing, communication and the fine arts.

Ottawa University's elementary education major is based on state, regional and national certification/licensure criteria and competencies. It is accredited by the State of Arizona.

Teacher Licensure

The elementary licensure program at Ottawa University is designed for students who hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and seek a teaching license. This program provides knowledge, social competencies, methods and communication skills necessary to become an effective teacher.

Ottawa University's elementary education licensure program is based on state, regional and national certification/licensure criteria and competencies. It is accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

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