Overview
Key facts
The Elementary - Special Education General Program at Mercer University is designed for future elementary school teachers who do not hold a bachelor’s degree. Aspiring teachers who currently hold a bachelor’s degree in a field other than education can explore Mercer’s Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education.
Features
With a major in Elementary/Special Education, students learn how to understand young children from a holistic perspective and create classroom curriculum to support children’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development. Through field experiences, students are immersed in diverse classroom settings to observe current teachers, participate in classroom activities, and gain experience in teaching elementary-aged children.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Preparing the Elementary Environment
- Instructional Technologies for Teaching and Learning
- Construction of Scientific and Mathematical Thinking
- Foundations of Education Health, Nutrition, and Safety
- Adolescent Health and Development
- Psychology and Development of the Learner
- Fundamentals of Special Education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Special Education Primary Education View 449 other Bachelors in Special Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed application for admission
- $25 non-refundable application fee ($50 for international applicants)
- High school or GED transcript (if applicable)
- Official college transcripts of all college-level work from all previously attended institutions
Tuition Fee
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International
38746 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 38746 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
38746 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 38746 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Macon
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.