Elementary Education (Pre K-4) with Special Education (Pre K-12) (B A)

Educate the Future

Do you remember the teacher you liked the most when you were a child? The one who made learning fun — and maybe inspired you to become a teacher yourself? Seton Hill’s elementary education with special education program will prepare you to become the teacher that future generations will remember, for having made a positive, lasting impact on their lives.

Why Study Education at Seton Hill?

Seton Hill’s founders, the Sisters of Charity, have always considered education one of their most important missions. The faculty in our education programs have elementary, middle and secondary level classroom experience in addition to university-level expertise in preparing future educators. We prepare current and future teachers with the knowledge, skills and strategies they need to serve students with a variety of learning styles, challenges and gifts. We focus on inclusive environments and 21st Century skills in our approach to preparing classroom teachers.

Teaching Certification Preparation

Elementary education with special education majors can also fulfill the educational requirements for two teaching certifications: Elementary Pre K – 4 and Special Education Pre K – 12.

Your Future in Elementary & Special Education

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the career outlook for certified elementary educators is solid. In 2022, the median annual wage for kindergarten and elementary school teachers exceeded $61,000. If you are considering a graduate degree in education, Seton Hill offers a combined FastForward Program that will save you time and money.

Career opportunities for education majors include:

• Teachers in Public, Private & Parochial Schools
• Adoption & Child Care Agencies
• Alternative School, Preschool & Afterschool Programs
• Educational Software Design
• State & Federal Education Assistance & Support Programs
• Tutoring Programs
• Textbook Development