Introduction
We are pleased that you are interested in
the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point began in 1894 as the Stevens Point
Normal School, whose primary purpose was to prepare teachers. We have
continued to maintain education as a primary mission throughout the years.
The School of Education offers certifiable majors in Early Childhood and
Elementary Education and a major and minor in Exceptional Education.
Secondary and K-12 certification are also available in a variety of academic
areas. Students can choose between majors and minors in over thirty
different areas.
High School Preparation
To prepare for the School of Education
program, high school students should focus on courses in child development,
language arts, biology, psychology, U.S. government, and in the subject you
wish to teach.
Why Study Education at
UW-Stevens Point?
The programs offered by the School of
Education are fully accredited by the Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction as well as the North Central Association of Secondary Schools
and Colleges. The faculty in the School of Education are dedicated to
providing you with the newest innovations in teaching methods and
technology. We strongly believe that teacher candidates should have frequent
experiences in classrooms, and we strive to provide this opportunity in all
phases of the teacher preparation program. Advisors are also available to
provide assistance to you throughout your studies. We hope you will take
advantage of all that the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point School of
Education program has to offer and that you enjoy your time with us.
Department Features
The School of Education has an excellent
faculty of eighteen professional educators. Each has earned a doctorate in a
specialty area and all are experienced teachers who bring together a wide
range of experiences at all grade levels. These dedicated professionals, all
with deep concern for their students, strive to design and revise programs
to meet the needs of the future educator.
Admission to Professional
Education
The School of Education has two deadlines
per year for admission to the Professional Education Program. Enrollment
caps are in effect for all majors and many minors. Students apply to the
program after completing 40 credits, at which time all requirements must be
met. It is recommended that students begin taking tests after 26 credits are
completed and at least 4-6 months prior to application.
Employment Opportunities
The quality of the School of Education
program is reflected in our success with placing graduates in educational
positions. A variety of classroom experiences, educational organizations and
volunteer programs are available, further helping a student to qualify for
higher, permanent positions after graduating.
Sample Program of Study
for the Secondary Education Requirements
Certification: Students completing this
plan of study will be certified for ages 10-21. Students completing this
program in Family & Consumer Education, Foreign Language, Music, and
Physical Education will be certified for ages 0-21. A 2.75 GPA is required
in the major, minor, concentration, education course work, and overall to
student teach or be licensed.
- *The following courses meet Department of Public Instruction
requirements and can be fulfilled within your General Degree
Requirements (GDR).
- * Natural Sciences
- Physical Science: Any non-biological natural science course
- Life Science: Any biology, botany or zoology course
- * History
- History 212 (3 credits)
- History 120, 130 (MNS), 211, 379# (MNS), 382# (MNS), 385#,
388# (3 credits)
#Courses do not meet History GDR requirement
- * Humanities
- One Fine Arts: Any humanity area 1 OR art, dance, drama,
music or theater (1-3 credits)
- One Literature: Any humanity area 2 (3 credits)
- * Social Sciences
- Econ 210 OR 272 (3 credits) (required for Social Science
majors and minors only)
- Poli Sci 101 (3 credits)
- Poli Sci 242 (3 credits) (required for Social Science majors
& minors only)
- Psych 110 (3 credits)
- * Environmental Literacy
- Natural Resources 370 (3 credits) (Required for Social
Science and Science majors and minors only, except students
majoring/minoring in psychology only)
- Additional Certification Requirements
- Education 205 (2 credits)
- P - Education 200 ( 1 credit) - not required for Phys Ed
majors; English majors take English 393
- P - Education 300 (1 credit) - not required for Phys Ed
majors; English majors take English 393
- P - Education 351 (3 credits)
- P - Education 381 (3 credits)
- P - Education 385 (3 credits) (not required for Family and
Consumer Education, Music or Phys Ed majors)
- P - Education 386 (3 credits) (or English 381 - English
majors only)
- P - Education 390 (3 credits) (or English 355 & 356 -
English majors only) (Family & Consumer Education, Music and
Phys Ed majors are exempt from Education 390)
- P - Education 398 (12-16 credits) Student Teaching
- P - Education 400 (1 credit) Seminar to be taken with
student teaching
- P - Instructional Resources 331 (3 credits) (or department
equiv. - Computer Science, Family & Consumer Education, Math,
Music and Phys Ed majors only) (English majors take English 393)
- P - Teaching Methods in Major (2-3 credits) (most methods
courses are offered once per yr.)
- P - Teaching Methods in Minor (2-3 credits) (most methods
courses are offered once per yr.)
NOTE: "P" in front of a course number
indicates that student must be accepted into the Professional
Education Program in appropriate field to enroll in the course.
NOTE: Students must also have a minimum of
one UWSP approved certifiable major and a baccalaureate to be
certified to teach.
