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Applied B.A. in Elementary Education (Three-Year)
Launch your teaching career faster with an Applied B.A. in Elementary Education.
Why choose Rivier’s Applied Elementary Education degree?
Rivier’s Applied B.A. in Elementary Education is a three-year, 90-credit degree program that will provide you with an immersive educational experience to prepare you for early entry into the workforce as an elementary school teacher. The program is designed for those who intend to pursue New Hampshire site-based licensure.
Maximize your return on investment when you save a full year of costs and related expenses while gaining an added year or earning income following graduation.
What is a three-year applied bachelor’s degree?
Unlike accelerated degrees where students graduate early by taking classes year-round, students in the three-year applied bachelor’s degree program carry a regular semester load of classes during the fall and spring semesters for a total of 90 credits over three years (six semesters) compared to 120 credits over four years (eight semesters). The 90-credit format streamlines general education requirements and focuses on the major’s essential courses and core requirements. Learn more about the three-year applied bachelor’s degree.
Gain valuable classroom teaching experience
As an Elementary Education major, you will be part of an innovative lab school collaboration with the Nashua School District. You’ll participate in an embedded practicum each semester in a Nashua elementary school and receive mentorship from experienced educators. In addition, you will have a 9-credit student teaching experience in your last semester to further prepare you for the classroom.
Launch your teaching career
Graduates will have the opportunity for employment in the state of New Hampshire with a Statement of Eligibility leading to acceptance into a New Hampshire school district’s on-site licensure program. Those seeking to work outside of New Hampshire should consult the Department of Education in that state for eligibility requirements prior to enrolling in this program.
Earn your M.Ed. with just one additional year
With Rivier’s 3+1 Elementary Education/M.Ed. Education Studies—Counseling and School Psychology, you can earn a Master’s in just one additional year of study. With a Bachelor’s and a Master’s in four years, you will be well positioned for a successful career in education.
“Our Applied B.A. in Elementary Education program is designed to immerse students in real-world teaching experiences from day one. In just three years, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to step into the classroom and make an immediate impact as an elementary educator.”
Where Will Your Degree Take You?
With a B.A. in Elementary Education, you will be well prepared for a rewarding teaching career as an elementary school teacher or educational administrator.
Rivier also offers a four-year (120 credit) bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. Students enrolled in a three-year applied bachelor’s degree program may switch to the four-year bachelor’s degree program.
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Prepare for a rewarding career with an Applied B.A. in Elementary Education from Rivier University.