Elementary Education

elementary education

WHAT IS ELEMENTARY  EDUCATION?

This major is part of the Education Exploration Group

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Students in Elementary Education are prepared to teach in grades pre-K-6. Students complete general education requirements, a 39-credit subject area major that includes a single subject (English, History/Geography, Mathematics, or Science) plus a second concentration, and required courses in professional education.

Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses

HOW TO DECLARE:

APPLICATION REQUIRED. Applicants MUST complete 54 credits of undergraduate coursework by the end of the spring semester prior to their official admission to the program. Strong GPA and interview required. Find more information and the application here.

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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

Major Requirements Overview

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

EDCI 2100 - Power, Privilege, and Public Education

UNIV 1820 - FYE Seminar (Exploring the Teaching Profession)

PSYC 1100 - General Psychology 1 (Major Requirement)

HDFS 1070 - Individual and Family Development  (Major Requirement)

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Possible Career Opportunities

COMMON CAREER PATHS:

UConn students who major in Elementary Education often pursue careers teaching children in grades pre-K-6.  

Elementary Education majors also pursue careers outside the classroom setting. Common examples include but are not limited to careers in:  

- Academic support/tutoring
- Childcare services
- Child psychology or therapy
- Community development
- Curriculum development
- Early intervention services
- Education administration
- Enrichment coordination
- Pediatric healthcare services
- Recreation and leisure programs
- School counseling
- Social work
- Youth development 

                    COMMON AREAS OF GRADUATE STUDY:

                    Elementary Education majors who go on to pursue graduate studies pursue a wide variety of master’s, and/or doctoral degrees based on their interests. Common examples include but are not limited to degrees in: 

                    - Curriculum and instruction
                    - Educational leadership
                    - Elementary education and teaching
                    - Special education

                    ADDITIONAL CAREER RESOURCES:

                    For additional examples of careers and graduate studies that UConn alumni have pursued, visit the UConn alumni search on LinkedIn. 

                    For further insight into education-related careers beyond the journeys of UConn alumni, visit Zippia or “What Can I do with this Major?”.