Education for Licensure (BA)

The Bachelor of Arts in Education for Licensure program leads to New Hampshire certification. Students can opt for up to two of the following tracks: General Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, Elementary Education / Special Education, Early Childhood Education with Early Childhood Special Education, Social Studies Education, English Language Arts Education, Middle School Science Education, Mathematics Education, Middle Level, and Mathematics Education, Upper Level. The program provides graduates with comprehensive knowledge of instructional theory and practice and culminates with a yearlong student teaching experience. Students who complete this program are highly marketable candidates for teaching positions. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. These tracks are approved by the New Hampshire State Department of Education for Teacher Certification as leading to initial teacher’s license or endorsement in New Hampshire. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) cannot guarantee licensure, certification, endorsement, or salary benefits. Professional licensure, certification, or endorsement and salary benefits vary from state to state and district to district. It is the students’ responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher. Students seeking licensure in states other than New Hampshire are solely responsible for determining whether they are eligible for licensure, and before beginning the track, confirming the precise requirements that must be satisfied to be licensed in that state. Students specifically seeking a New Hampshire certificate must meet all the requirements, policies, and protocols included in the program approvals(s) granted to Southern New Hampshire University by the State Department of Education under the auspices of the Department of Education and Certification Officer (Office of Educator Preparation). In addition to meeting all degree requirements, students seeking certification must meet all testing requirements for their specific certification area as required by the New Hampshire Department of Education. Students will not be recommended for certification until all requirements are met. Early Childhood Education (N-3) Track The BA in Education for Licensure program with a track in Early Childhood Education degree prepares you to teach early students in preschool through third grade in New Hampshire and many other states. You'll gain field experience and be prepared for a number of career opportunities in various classrooms and other settings. In this track, you will study child development, family systems and curriculum and instruction methods that reflect the unique needs of children from preschool through age eight. This track prepares educators with a solid foundation in developmental theory and teaching methods. Students examine traditional and innovative research-based approaches to teaching a diverse population of young children. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education (N-3) Track The BA in Education for Licensure with a track in Early Childhood Education with Early Childhood Special Education degree prepares you to teach early students with exceptionalities. You will gain field experience in a variety of general education and special education settings as you prepare for a number of career opportunities, including eligibility for your teaching certificate for children with exceptionalities (Newborn-Grade 3). In this track, you will study child development, family systems, and children with exceptionalities as well as curriculum and instruction methods that incorporate the unique needs of all children. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Early Childhood Special Education (N-3) Track Make a positive impact on the lives of students with a BA in Education for Licensure with a track in Early Childhood Special Education. This track helps prepare students for eligibility to earn teaching certification in Early Childhood Special Education (N-3). Teachers with this certification are qualified to teach children with disabilities from birth through grade three. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Elementary Education (K-6 or K-8) Track The BA in Education for Licensure program with a track in Elementary Education will help students understand and prepare for the rigors of teaching in an elementary school setting. You'll feel confident that you'll enter the classroom with the knowledge, leadership skills and experience to make a difference in the lives of students. In addition to academic learning, students may choose from several fieldwork settings. You'll learn from faculty with real-world teaching experience who serve on local, state and national education boards. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Elementary Education and General Special Education Track This track provides graduates with comprehensive knowledge of instructional theory and practice and general special education. Students examine traditional and innovative research-based approaches to teaching a diverse population of students with disabilities. Students who complete this track are highly marketable candidates for both elementary education and special education teaching positions. The Elementary Education with Special Education Track leads to New Hampshire elementary teaching certification for grades K-6 and New Hampshire general special education teaching certification for grades K-12. Elementary Education certification K-8 is available with a content track. Eligibility for the K-8 certification is determined by a transcript audit completed by the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education. Additional Praxis II or equivalent testing is also required. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. English Education Track Turn your passion for English language arts into a rewarding teaching career with a BA in Education for Licensure program with a track in English Education from Southern New Hampshire University. This unique track equips you with the skills to teach middle and high school students to read and interpret literature and write for a variety of purposes. Students in SNHU's English Education track will gain a broad and integrated liberal arts background and the techniques, knowledge and experience to help middle through senior high school students develop to their highest potential. This track meets the requirements of the State of New Hampshire to teach English in grades 5-12. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. General Special Education (K-12) Track With a concentration in General Special Education, you’ll learn the skills essential to working with exceptional students – one-on-one or in general, inclusion and resource classroom settings. In addition, the BA in Education for Licensure with a track in General Special Education gives you the knowledge, leadership skills and experience to make a difference in the classroom. This track prepares New Hampshire-based students for eligibility for teaching certification for grades K-12 in General Special Education. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Middle School Science Education Track The BA in Education for Licensure program with a track in Middle School Science Education leads to certification for middle-level science grades 5-8. The track provides students with strong scientific knowledge and a good sense of science learning that take place during the middle grades. Throughout this track, courses integrate knowledge of science, knowledge of teaching and scientific knowledge for teaching. The track provides graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of instructional theory and practice while examining traditional and innovative research-based approaches to teaching middle school science. This track leads to certification for middle level science grades 5-8. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Social Studies Education Track No longer about memorization of dates, Social studies teaching engages the mind, encourages inquiry, and delves into life's deeper questions. Students completing the track will have acquired skills in communication and critical thinking, developed a historic perspective, and gained an understanding of the processes of teaching and learning applicable not only in school settings but also to other learning and training settings. Students in SNHU's BA in Education for Licensure program with a track in Social Studies Education examine traditional, innovative, and research-based approaches to teaching. Students pair classroom knowledge and theory with significant field experience starting first semester freshman year and eventually with a year-long student teaching position during senior year. Students receive a broad and integrated liberal arts background, with strong preparation in the techniques, knowledge, and experiences necessary to help middle and senior high school students reach their highest potential. The subject matter covers the primary areas of history, government, economics, and geography, as well as secondary areas of psychology and sociology. This track meets the requirements for State of New Hampshire certification to teach social studies in grades 5-12 which includes the content areas of United States and World History, Geography, Civics, Economics, psychology, sociology, and anthropology. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Mathematics Education, Middle Level (to Algebra I/Integrated 1) Track The secondary mathematics licensure track provides prospective mathematics teachers with the strong content and pedagogical knowledge required for the teaching and learning of mathematics in grades 5-8. Throughout this track, sources integrate knowledge of mathematics, knowledge of teaching, and mathematical knowledge of teaching. The track provides graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of instructional theory and practice while examining traditional and innovative research-approaches to teaching mathematics in grades 5-8. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification. Mathematics Education, Upper Level (Pre-Algebra to AP Math) Track The secondary mathematics licensure track provides prospective mathematics teachers with the strong content and pedagogical knowledge required for teaching and learning of mathematics in grades 7-12. Throughout this track, sources integrate knowledge of mathematics, knowledge of teaching, and mathematical knowledge of teaching. The track provides graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of instructional theory and practice while examining traditional and innovative research-approaches to teaching mathematics in grades 7-12. Only education courses with a grade of "C-" or better may be used toward NH teacher certification requirements. Any education courses with a grade lower than a "C-" may be used for graduation credits, but will need to be repeated with an earned grade of "C-" or higher to be applied toward State of New Hampshire teacher certification.