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College Website:  http://www.cityu.edu/locations/tacoma.htm

City University of Seattle's regionally accredited B.A.Ed. with Teacher Certification program is designed for individuals who have some college credits and wish to pursue a rewarding career in teaching. City U of Seattle has one of the few programs that allows a student the option of earning an Elementary K-8 Endorsement, a Special Education K-12 Endorsement or BOTH while earning their bachelor's degree.

The Elementary (K-8) program will provide the student with the knowledge and tools needed to teach core curriculum to a diverse population of elementary and middle school children. Subjects covered include: math, science, social studies, health, reading and literacy. The Special Education (K-12) program combines traditional education training with a focus on classes that prepare them to assist children with special needs. The full-time program is designed to be flexible, so a student can study without sacrificing their career. Typically, classes will meet just two evenings a week, plus Saturdays.

Articulation Agreement: Clark College, Lake Washington Technical College, Renton Technical College, Centralia Community College, Bates Technical College, Skagit Valley College

College Website:  http://www.cityu.edu/programs/soe/ba_early_childhood.htm

City University of Seattle’s  Bachelor of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education begins in the fall of 2009-10 at three conveniently located community college sites:

• Green River Community College at the Kent Station
• Bates Technical College (South Campus) in Tacoma  
• North Seattle Community College in Seattle

This program is designed for individuals who hold an associate’s degree in early childhood education, work in the early childhood field and have the desire to earn a bachelor’s degree. Students have the option of focusing on early childhood administration or education, with the option to earn a P-3 teaching certificate and/or ECE special education endorsement. Other program options include emphasis in Language-Literacy, Infant-Toddler, and/or Bilingual-Bicultural issues in early learning. For those who hold a BA in Early Childhood Education or similar degree, a “certification only” option is also available (contact a Program Coordinator regarding this option).

Most course work will be offered on the community college campus two to three evenings per week and occasional Saturdays.  Some coursework will be available on-line or via telecommunication, depending on student needs and program options. Students employed in early learning sites will be able to use their work setting for much of their program fieldwork while in the program.

College Website: http://www.plu.edu

Education Website: http://www.plu.edu/external/majors/schoolofeducation.html

The School of Education at PLU offers undergraduate programs of study leading to certification for elementary, secondary, and special education teachers. The curriculum is designed to provide graduates with a blend of the liberal arts and a variety of guided field experiences beginning early in the educational sequence.  The Special Education Major (32 semester hours) may be combined with the Elementary Education Program by those who want an endorsement to teach in a special education classroom. With careful planning, the double major may be completed in four years and one or two summers.  Endorsements include English as a second language, Special Education, and Reading.

Articulation Agreements: South Puget Sound Community College, Centralia Community College

College Website: http://www.stmartin.edu

Education Website: http://www.stmartin.edu/education/index.htm

Saint Martin's University baccalaureate program in elementary education provides graduates with the education and training for advanced study and/or initial teaching certification with a primary endorsement in elementary education (kindergarten-8) by the State of Washington.  The Special Education program provides graduates the education and training to work with mildly or moderately handicapped students in an inclusionary kindergarten-12 classroom, a resource room or a self-contained special education class. Endorsements for both majors are available which include Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, English as a Second Language, Special Education, and Reading.

Articulation Agreements: South Puget Sound Community College, Centralia Community College

College Website: http://www.stmartin.edu

Education Website: http://www.stmartin.edu/education/index.htm

Saint Martin's University baccalaureate program in elementary education provides graduates with the education and training for advanced study and/or initial teaching certification with a primary endorsement in elementary education (kindergarten-8) by the State of Washington.  The Special Education program provides graduates the education and training to work with mildly or moderately handicapped students in an inclusionary kindergarten-12 classroom, a resource room or a self-contained special education class. Endorsements for both majors are available which include Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, English as a Second Language, Special Education, and Reading.

Articulation Agreements: South Puget Sound Community College, Centralia Community College

College Website: http://antiochseattle.edu

Education Website: http://antiochseattle.edu/index.html

The B.A. in Liberal Studies with Teacher Preparation program allows a student to complete a bachelor's degree and qualify as a K-8 school teacher. Eighty-five to 90 credits are required to enter this B.A. completion program. Full-time students complete the program in eight quarters.

This is a great option for paraprofessionals, instructional assistants in public schools and others experienced in school settings or in work with children.

The program is designed for adult learners, with classes offered two evenings and all day Saturday. As a part of a cohort of 20 students, the emphasis is on collaboration, cultural pluralism, social justice and educational change. The student has opportunities for extensive field experience in culturally diverse schools. To prepare the student for Washington State elementary certification, the program integrates theory and practice with core competencies.

Upon successful completion of student teaching and all requirements, students are awarded a bachelor of arts in liberal studies degree and qualify for a recommendation for a Washington State residency teaching certificate. Endorsements are also available.

 The Graduate Teacher Preparation program emphasizes social change and innovative curriculum design. Full-time students typically complete their teacher preparation in five quarters. Classes meet every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m.

You join a cohort of 20 to 25 students eager to meet the challenges and complexities of teaching in schools with diverse student populations. You can elect to study in Tacoma, Marysville/Stanwood. Both of these off-campus options take eight quarters to complete.

Articulation Agreements: None at this time