Undergraduate Programs
All undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of
Education at Butler University are accredited by the National
Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the
Indiana Office of Educator Licensing and Development (OELD).
Elementary Education
Curriculum
Sheet
In addition to a comprehensive liberal arts background,
the elementary education program prepares students for
teaching and instructional leadership in elementary schools. By
completing the program requirements, elementary education majors
also meet state licensing course requirements for licensure in
grades K-6.
Middle and Secondary Education
Professional
Education Components
Curriculum
Sheets
The middle/secondary education program at Butler University
enables students to combine the strength of in-depth preparation in
an academic content area with the professional teacher education
skills necessary for success in the classroom. Extensive clinical
experiences are provided prior to student teaching in a variety of
school settings.
A middle grades/secondary program (grades 5-12) may have the
following content area major (36 to 54 hours depending on
individual major requirements):
- English
- Foreign language: French, German or Spanish
- Mathematics
- Science: primary areas in biology, chemistry, physics
- Social studies
Or, all grade (K-12) licensure in:
- Music education: choral, instrumental, area
- Physical education and Health (K-12 licensure, exercise science
concentration)
Physical Education and Health
Curriculum
Sheet
The Physical Education/Health Education program prepares
students for Indiana teaching licensure in Physical Education
(K-12) and Health Education (6-12). By successfully completing
Butler University requirements, student teaching, and PRAXIS I and
II, the Physical Education/Health Education major meets the state
licensure requirements. Physical Education/Health Education majors
can also choose a non-licensure concentration in Exercise
Science. Non-licensure students must successfully
complete the Butler University requirements, PRAXIS I, and the
Advanced Internship.
Exercise
Science Curriculum Sheet
All students are prepared for American College of Sports
Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Health/Fitness
Instructor (ACSM-HFT), National Strength and Conditional
Association (NSCA) Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) and/or
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exams.
Effective teaching and training principles are applied to students'
interests in coaching various sports on all levels. Students are
prepared to pursue advanced degrees based on individual interests
in related disciplines e.g., Physical Education, Health Promotion,
Nutrition, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training,
Kinesiology, or School Counseling.
By completing the Butler University requirements, the
middle/secondary education major also meets the state licensure
requirements.