Pre-K-4

Pre-K-4 Certification

The Pre-K-4 certification permits the candidate to teach in early childhood settings as well elementary schools up to grade 4. There are a total of 14 education courses along with the cognate and major courses.

A bachelor’s degree in any major offered at Muhlenberg

Required Cognate Courses:
- 2 courses in mathematics (one must be Fundamentals of Mathematics or Shape & Symmetry)
- Writing Composition
- British or American Literature
- Biology
- Physical Science
- Foundations of the Creative Arts
- World Geography
Education Courses:
- History and Politics of American Education
- Educational Psychology: Child Learning and Development
- Introduction to Special Education
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Integrating Curriculum and Instruction for Young Learners
- Theory and Practice of Teaching English Language Learners
- Language and Early Literacy Education
- Literacy & Social Studies Education
- Mathematics Education for Young Learners
- Science Education for Young Learners
Professional Semester:
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Professional Studies and Community Educaiton
- Student Teaching I
- Student Teaching II

If you are interested in learning more about our program, please complete the form or contact our office at 484-664-3300 to schedule an initial meeting with the Director of Teacher Certification. A copy of your resumé and any transcripts you may have will be helpful in assessing what courses you will need to take.

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