Elementary Education

Hours

All elementary education majors are required to complete the teacher education liberal arts core (44 hours); additional university requirements (11-12 hours); an interdisciplinary concentration (21 hours); specialty/clinical courses (33 hours); and professional education courses (12 hours) for a total minimum of 121 hours. 

Delivery Method

The Elementary Education major is delivered in a traditional in-person format at the Hattiesburg and Tradition campuses, as well as virtual and hybrid formats. Students are expected to participate in required field experience. 

Elementary Education majors have the following endorsements available in various levels depending on elective courses completed: English, general science, Mathematics, Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Pre-K, Reading, and Social Studies. Completion of the program does not lead to automatic teacher licensure, but does adequately prepare students for the MS teacher licensure process.  Teachers seeking additional endorsements must make a request for recommendation from WCU's Licensure Coordinator at the conclusion of their course work.

Career Outlooks

Graduates of this program will be eligible to apply for a Mississippi teaching license which will enable them to work as Elementary Educators in K-6 classrooms.

Required Courses