Liberal Studies for Education (BA) - Southwestern College campus

Program Overview

This program offers subject-matter preparation to those students who plan to enter a teacher certification program. It also provides students with opportunities to observe effective teachers and to work as aides in classrooms or become tutors or assistants in after school programs. Graduates of this program will gain insight into the teaching profession and if they choose, eventually help to increase the supply of highly qualified, well-trained teachers who are preparing their own students to be effective citizens and compete for jobs both locally and globally. After completing this program, students will be prepared to pass the California Subject Matter Examination for Teachers-Multiple Subject (CSET). The coursework also prepares students to meet the 32-unit subject-matter requirement for an Introductory Subject-Matter Authorization in either Mathematics or English. Students may also choose to transition seamlessly into Alliant’s Graduate School of Education Teacher Credential Program. 

Curriculum Overview

Students will take introductory, content and capstone core courses, and will also choose a concentration in either math or  English, or may even design their own concentration. Professional Development courses are also required. For more detail, review coursework for the program. 

Special Features

• Flexible scheduling of classes: both day and evening classes offered
• Small class sizes
• Accessible faculty
• Professional practice model of undergraduate education: extensive internship experience
• Fast track to a teacher training program
• Combination of liberal arts education with a professional-based curriculum
  

Concentrations

You may choose a concentration in:

• Math 
• English
• Students not interested in doing a concentration in math or English have the option of consulting with appropriate faculty and designing a concentration of five courses from any of the University’s majors.
  

Alumni

Graduates of the school have gone on to rewarding careers in teaching and many other fields. Our graduates continue to make a difference in their fields as they contribute to pursue diverse paths. 

For More Information
Admissions
(866) U-ALLIANT
(866) 825-5426
admissions@alliant.edu

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900 Otay Lakes Road
Chula Vista, CA 91910