This online degree will enable graduates to enter education-related fields, which do not require certification, and the degree does not lead to certification. The degree will be of interest to those who homeschool, trainers, educational consultants, curriculum developers, educational sales, youth program leaders (afterschool programming, camp directors, youth sports), faith-based children's/youth leadership, instructional designers, tutors, and substitute teachers. This degree is also of interest to international students desiring a western educational philosophical framework.
There are several related occupations for which there is significant growing demand in the Southwest region and nationwide which this degree addresses. The degree will be of interest to those who homeschool, trainers, educational consultants, curriculum developers, educational sales representatives, youth program leaders (afterschool programming, camp directors, youth sports), faith-based children's/youth leadership, instructional designers, tutors, and substitute teachers. Additionally, early childhood teachers, preschool directors, social and community service directors may be interested in this plan.
To receive a bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete at least 120 units of credit that minimally includes a major, the general studies requirements, and university requirements as listed below.
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In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 120 |
| Major GPA | C |
| Highest Mathematics Required | MAT 114 |
| University Honors Program | Optional |
| Some online/blended coursework | Required |
| AZ Transfer Students complete AGEC-A | Recommended |
| Progression Plan Link | View Progression Plan |
Purpose Statement
This online degree will enable graduates to enter education-related fields, which do not require certification, and the degree does not lead to certification. The degree will be of interest to those who homeschool, trainers, educational consultants, curriculum developers, educational sales, youth program leaders (afterschool programming, camp directors, youth sports), faith-based children's/youth leadership, instructional designers, tutors, and substitute teachers. This degree would also be of interest to international students desiring a western educational philosophical framework, such as the proposed institute between NAU and Shanghai Normal University Tianhua College. Likewise, students desiring to teach abroad where teacher certification might not be a requirement could benefit from this course of study. Although not a certification degree, students in this course of study are able to demonstrate outcomes aligned to the standards of the education and the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium. These outcomes include, but are not limited to:
Candidates who complete this program will be prepared to contribute to and participate in the field of education where such coursework may serve above aforementioned (who homeschool, trainers, educational consultants, curriculum developers, educational sales, youth program leaders -afterschool programming, camp directors, youth sports-, faith-based children's/youth leadership, instructional designers, tutors, and substitute teachers) ancillary educational occupations.
The assessment plan of the knowledge, competencies and skills identified in the Learning Outcomes will be constructed in ways similar to our programs that lead to certification and accreditation. This will not be a degree that is part of our accreditation (CAEP) efforts, nor will it be sanctioned by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE).
Each course in the major portion, will contain key assessments (KAs), which will measure the students' mastery of the content. Each KA will be mapped to the InTASC Standards and will be aggregated at the end of each semester in order to determine the progress of our students and to conclude areas of need in the program.
Student Learning Outcomes
Although not a certification degree, students in this course of study are able to demonstrate outcomes aligned to the standards of the education and the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium. These include:
More Information
Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
This major requires 60 units.
Take the following 60 units:
Students may only repeat courses in which a Grade of “D” or “F” was earned, see the Course Repeat Policy (100315).
Additional coursework is required if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any of the academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. You may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or General Studies Requirements.
We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you.
Some courses may have prerequisites. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.