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.