Programs in the BHSU School of Education

 

Major in...

Early Childhood Special Education 

Do you enjoy working with children under the age of eight? Combing courses of early childhood and special education, this program allows early childhood special education majors to graduate in four years. 

Elementary Education

Receive valuable knowledge from prominent faculty at BHSU, as well as obtain real-world experience in an area elementary classroom. This program will help prepare you for your future classroom.

K-12 Special Education

Do you want to be highly employable and personally satisfied with your job? Check out this challenging, yet rewarding major!

Math & Science Education

Do you enjoy math and science? Are you having trouble choosing between the two for an area of study? Look at this composite major. In this program you can study both disciplines and graduate in four years!

Physical Education

Do you have a passion for physical exercise and health? Would you like to help others learn how to live a healthy lifestyle? Explore this major!

Science Education

Are you interested in teaching Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics? Is it hard to choose just one? The composite science education major allows you to choose two areas of study which you can develop academically and professionally.

Minor in...

Athletic Coaching
Early Childhood/Special Education
Library Media
Middle School
Physical Education
Reading

Master in...

MSCI - Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction

Whether you choose to be a Reading Specialist, Math Specialist, Science Specialist, or Technology Facilitator, this program is designed to expand your knowledge of research and research-based practices. Graduate work will be applicable in your classrooms, and opportunities will be provided for you to put theory into practice.

MEd - Master of Education in Reading

School districts are in need of exemplary reading teachers, reading specialists, and literacy coaches. Join this 35-credit online master's program in reading. 

Consider...

Endorsements

Graduate Endorsements

Project SECOND

Do you have a four-year degree and want to teach in a middle school or high school? This is an on-line one year program, 42 credits including field experience. Find out if you are eligible. Explore your options under this program.

Project SELECT

Project SELECT is for those with a 4-year degree looking for an accelerated secondary teaching certificate program. This program is unique to BHSU.

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Black Hills State University
School of Education
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Spearfish, SD 57799-9004
605.642.6112
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