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Program Information Select your program: BA in English for Secondary Teachers BS in Early Childhood Education BS in Elementary Education - English Emphasis BS in Elementary Education - Science Emphasis BS in Elementary Education - Math Emphasis BS in Elementary Education - Special Education BS in Math for Secondary Teachers BS in Secondary Education - Business Education BS in Social Studies for Secondary Teachers MA in Teaching MEd in Curriculum & Instruction - Instructional Technology Specialization MEd in Curriculum & Instruction - Reading Specialization MEd in Elementary Education (Eligible for Institutional   Recommendation/Credential) MEd in Elementary Education (Non-Credential) MEd in Educational Administration MEd in Education Administration - Organizational Leadership MEd in Educational Administration - School Leadership MEd in Secondary Education (Eligible for Institutional   Recommendation/Credential) MEd in Secondary Education (Non-Credential) MEd in Special Education (Eligible for Institutional   Recommendation/Credential) MEd in Special Education (Non-Credential) MEd in Special Education for Certified Special Educators MEd in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Contact Information First Name: * Last Name: * Address: * Address 2: * City: * State/Province: * Select One Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Quebec Saskatchewan Yukon Territory American Samoa Armed Forces Americas, except   Canada Armed Forces Europe, the Middle   East, & Canada Armed Forces Pacific Commonwealth of Northern Mariana   Islands Federated States of Micronesia Guam Marshall Islands Northern Mariana Islands Palau Puerto Rico Virgin Islands ZIP Code: * Country: * Select One USA Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antigua Argentina Armenia Aruba Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Barbuda Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bosnia Botswana Brazil British Virgin Islands Brunei Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burundi Caicos Islands Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cape Verde Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Colombia Comoros Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Cook Islands Costa Rica Cote D Ivoire Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic East Timor Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Falkland Islands Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia Futuna Gabon Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Greenland Grenada Guadeloupe Guam Guatemala Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti Herzegovina Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kiribati Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Laos Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libya Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macau Macedonia Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Maldives Mali Malta Marshall Islands Martinique Mauritania Mauritius Mayotte Mexico Micronesia Miguelon Moldova Monaco Mongolia Montserrat Morocco Mozambique Myanmar Namibia Nauru Nepal Netherlands Netherlands Antilles New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria North Cyprus Northern Mariana Islands Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Qatar Reunion Romania Russia Rwanda Saint Helena Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Pierre Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa San Marino Sao Tome and Principe Saudi Arabia Senegal Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Slovakia Slovenia Solomon Islands Somalia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Suriname Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Syria Taiwan Tajikistan Tanzania Thailand Togo Tonga Trinidad Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Tuvalu Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Vatican City Venezuela Vietnam Wallis Western Sahara Yemen Yugoslavia Zambia Zimbabwe E-mail: * Confirm E-mail: * Work Phone: * Home (or Cell) Phone: * I hold a current teaching certificate: * Yes No What is your highest level of education? 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BS in Early Childhood Education

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The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education is designed to meet the needs of persons interested in pursuing careers in early childhood education or who are currently employed in preschools, public schools, child care centers, extended day programs, agencies or other early childhood care facilities.

Students specializing in this program develop the abilities to teach and administer all facets of an early childhood program along with the knowledge of childhood development and early childhood education. Personal characteristics for this field are defined through a passion for working with young children, patience, creativity and interest in techniques for enhancing interpersonal relationships with children and adults.

An institutional recommendation is available to graduates of the early childhood education program. Students are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and an academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

BS in Elementary Education with an Emphasis in English, Math or Science

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Eligible for Credential

These programs are designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the grade K-8 setting who is seeking a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited programs are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories and research throughout the program.

Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a grade. K-8 classroom to complete the program assignments. Students must be prepared to complete a full-time 16 week student teaching component at the end of the program.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and an academic advisor on current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

BS in Elementary Education with - Special Education

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Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Science in Elementary/Special Education (Dual Degree) is a degree that leads to teaching in an elementary or a cross-categorical K-12 setting. It is designed for any individual who wishes to seek a elementary or cross-categorical teaching certificate to teach children with special needs in the K-12 setting.

The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the teaching candidate already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Teacher candidates must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students' various learning, behavioral and social needs.

Teacher candidates must be prepared to complete a full-time, 16-week student teaching component at the end of the program. Eight weeks of student teaching is completed in a regular education setting and 8 weeks is completed in a resource room, self-contained class, or in a special school for students with disabilities. These special education settings must include at least 3 or more of the following disability categories: mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, physical/health impairments; they must be completed with a certified special education teacher. Teacher candidates are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. Teacher candidates should consult the Grand Canyon University catalog and an academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

BS in Mathematics for Secondary Teachers

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The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics for Secondary Teachers is a degree offered by the College of Liberal Arts in conjunction with the College of Education for students desiring to prepare for a career in teaching mathematics in grades 7-12. The mathematics education program is designed to prepare students for careers in public education.

Students are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University catalog and an academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

BS in Secondary Education - Business Education

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The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education is a degree offered by the College of Education in conjunction with the College of Liberal Arts for students desiring to prepare for a career in teaching grades 7-12. The applicants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The applicant should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experiences in the areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, assessment, classroom management and curriculum development. All courses are directly aligned with the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards and the Interstate New Teacher Support and Assessment Consortium Standards. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories and research throughout the teacher preparation program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through observational experience practicums, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16-week student teaching component.

BS in Social Studies for Secondary Teachers

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The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies for Secondary Teachers is a degree offered by the College of Liberal Arts in conjunction with the College of Education for students desiring to prepare for a career in teaching social science subjects in grades 7-12. The social sciences education program is designed to prepare students for careers in public education.

Students are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

This program is designed for certified elementary and secondary teachers interested in advanced studies in education. The format and courses of the regionally-accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of instructional leadership, technology enhanced instruction design, curriculum and assessment for school improvement, and legal issues. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the program assignments.

Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum and Instruction - Reading

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

This program is designed for educators who wish to apply theory and educational best practices to the deliver of curriculum, instructions and assessment in order to improve the reading abilities of their students.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, cognition, emergent literature, linguistics, phonics, and developmental and corrective reading processes. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the practicum and program assignments.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the reading needs of schools and student populations. The educator must hold a current teaching certificate or have K-12 experience.

Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum and Instruction - Technology

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

This program is designed for educators who wish to learn to use technology to improve the success of their students. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, educational applications of technology, interactive design for the classroom and distance learning. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the practicum and program assignments.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the technological needs of schools and student populations. The educator must hold a current teaching certificate or have K-12 experience.

Master of Education (MEd) in Education Administration

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(Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Credential)

The Master of Education in Education Administration is a program designed for any individual interested in educational administration in the K-12 setting and is seeking an administrative certificate. The format and courses of the regionally-accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of school leadership, administrative foundations, organizational theory, K-12 legal issues, public school finance, curriculum development and instructional leadership. Students must be prepared to complete a part-time 8-week administrative internship component at the end of the program.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educational administrators in public and private schools and other settings requiring an administrative credential. Students must have a teaching certificate or be eligible for certification to be admitted into this program.

Master of Education (MEd) in Education Administration - Organizational Leadership

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

The Master of Education in Educational Administration Organizational Leadership is a program designed for any individual interested in the administration of educational and social services settings for children in the grade K-12 setting, but who must postpone a school site-based administrative internship or who does not choose to seek a K-12 administrative certificate.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational leadership, organizational theory and strategic management. Students must have access to a school or children's social services setting to complete the program assignments.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become educational leaders in the home, church, private schools and other settings not requiring an administrative credential. The students are also prepared to move into an administrative internship/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University at a later date. Students must have a current K-12 teaching certificate.

Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Administration - School Leadership

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

The Master of Education in Educational Administration with an emphasis in School Leadership program is designed for any individual interested in school leadership in the K-12 setting but does not need to seek an administrative certificate.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of school leadership, administrative foundations, organizational theory, K-12 legal issues, public school finance, curriculum development and instructional leadership. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 school to complete the program assignments.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educational administrators in the home, church, private schools and other settings not requiring an administrative credential. The students are also prepared to move into an administrative internship component with Grand Canyon University at a later date.

Master of Education (MEd) in Elementary Education

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(Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Credential)

The Master of Education in Elementary Education is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the K-8 setting, but who seeks a teaching certificate. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods and curriculum development.

Students must have access to a K-8 classroom to complete the program assignments. Students must be prepared to complete a full-time 16 week student teaching component at the end of the program. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential.

This program is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the K-8 setting, but who must postpone student teaching, or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate. Students must have access to a K-8 classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in the home, church, private schools and other settings not requiring a teaching credential. The students are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University at a later date.

Master of Education (MEd) in Secondary Education

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(Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Credential)

The Master of Education in Secondary Education is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the 7-12 setting who is seeking a teaching certificate. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods and curriculum development. Students must have access to a 7-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Students must be prepared to complete a full-time 16-week student teaching component at the end of the program.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential. Students must have a minimum of 24 units in a content area commonly taught in public schools grades 7-12 to be admitted to the program.

This is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the grade 7-12 setting, but who must postpone student teaching or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate. Students must have access to a grade 7-12 classroom to complete the program assignments.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in the home, church, private schools and other settings not requiring a teaching credential. If the student wishes, the students are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University at a later date. Students must have a minimum of 24 units in a content area commonly taught in public schools grades 7-12 to be admitted to the program.

Master of Education (MEd) in Special Education

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(Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Credential)

The Master of Education in Special Education is a cross-categorical program designed for any individual interested in the education of special needs children in the K-12 setting, who wishes to seek a teaching certificate. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Students must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments.

Graduates of the program are prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students' various learning needs. Students must be prepared to complete a full time 16 week student teaching component at the end of the program. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and an academic advisor on current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

This program is designed for any individual interested in the education of special needs children in the K-12 setting, but who must postpone student teaching or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate. Students must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students' various learning needs. The students are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University at a later date.

Master of Education (MEd) in Special Education for Certified Special Educators

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

The Master of Education in Special Education for Certified Special Educators is a program designed for any individual interested in advanced studies in special education and who are currently certified. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, mental retardation, emotional and physical disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments.

Students must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program will be prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students' various learning needs.

Master of Education (MEd) in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

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(Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential)

The Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is a program designed for already certified teachers or administrators with an interest in teaching ESL students in the classroom or serving as a district ESL coordinator. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner, who is a certified teacher or administrator, and to maximize strengths that the working educator possesses.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of linguistics, second language acquisition and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories and research throughout the program, but particularly in an unsupervised internship which guides students through observational and practice-based experiences.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become leaders in the ESL/TESOL initiatives districts must undertake in an ever increasing school climate of diversity.