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Bachelor of Teaching Grades PK-3

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

The programme prepares teachers for pre-kindergarten to third-grade classrooms with an early childhood focus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop knowledge of Teaching Grades PK-3
evaluate educational practices
Plan learning activities and communicate clearly. These are indicative educational outcomes inferred from the field of study
Not a published outcomes statement.

Career outcomes

Elementary school teacher
Preschool or childcare teacher
Substitute teacher
Childcare or preschool director

Curriculum

Coursework covers early childhood settings
Reading
Mathematics
Science and social studies
Building numeracy and literacy skills and core teaching methods for diverse learners. Field experience involves reviewing student work and lesson plans across grade levels. The degree is 78 credit hours and leads to a Michigan teaching certificate.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school diploma or equivalent (transcripts for grades 9-11 accepted for an early decision
Graduation required before enrolment) or college transcripts for transfer
Proof of English proficiency
Proof of funds for the I-20.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or equivalent (grades 9-11 transcripts for a decision, Graduation required before enrolment), Transfer applicants with college credit follow transfer rules

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 100

Documents you’ll need

Official Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency Evidence

How to apply

Review the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload academic records and the required supporting admission documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$22,050 USD
Application fee	$55 USD
Deposit	$2,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Education and Human Services
Department	Teacher Education and Professional Development
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.