The teacher education program at Black Hills State University affords students the opportunity to qualify for licensure to teach in preschool, elementary school, middle school, secondary school, K-12, and special education. Graduate courses leading to teacher endorsements and to a Master of Science degree in curriculum and instruction, with specializations in technology, reading, science, and mathematics, are available to certified teachers. In addition there are 40 teaching endorsements. The teacher education program at Black Hills State University is approved by the South Dakota Department of Education and Cultural Affairs and the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board. The teacher education program is also nationally accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Education Majors
Secondary (7-12) Education Majors:
Biology
Business
Chemistry
English
English Composite
History Composite
Mathematics Composite
Physical Science
Speech Communication
Speech Composite
Speech - Theatre
Social Science Composite
Technology - Industrial
See the Academic Catalog for more specific information about each major.
Also check the Status Sheets link for specific information about the actual courses needed for each major.
K-12 Education Majors:
Art
Instrumental Music
Physical Education
Special Education
Spanish
Vocal Music
See the Academic Catalog for more specific information about each major.
Also check the Status Sheets link for specific information about the actual courses needed for each major.
Non-Teaching Majors: