Elementary Education
Teaching is more than a job — it’s a calling to mentor, motivate, instruct and inspire a love of learning in tomorrow’s leaders. If you are looking to get your start in this rewarding profession, then look no further than Peru State College — Nebraska’s first college, established as a teacher training school in 1867.
Early Childhood Education
A bachelor’s in early childhood education equips students with the foundational skills to effectively interact with a diverse group of children and assist them in their growth and development. This degree combines an understanding of human development and family systems with skills that prepare students for child-oriented professions.
Coaching Supplemental Certification Endorsement Grades 7-12
Coaching Supplemental Certification Endorsement Grades 7-12 (21-26 hours)
Theatre Supplemental Certification Endorsement Grades 7-12
Theatre Supplemental Endorsement Grades 7-12 (21 hours)
Art Education PK-12
The B.A. in art requires an exposure to two-dimensional and three-dimensional media and art history. It can lead to graduate study in art, art history, art therapy or other academic or professional areas.
Secondary Education
Secondary education is not a major; it is used in conjunction with a major to become certified to teach. Always consult with advisor in Education Department, as state requirements may change.
Theatre Arts Education
This degree program is geared for the person who wishes to teach theatre arts in a secondary school where the focus of teaching responsibilities is primarily theatre classes. Different than a language arts education degree, this program can lead to a supplemental endorsement in secondary theatre education when combined with a primary area endorsement.
Physical Education
Admission into the Education Department and additional Education Departmental coursework is required. This subject endorsement is designed to prepare students for the teaching profession in Physical Education. With the addition of approximately 37 hours of education requirements, the student will be eligible for a Nebraska Teaching Certificate.
Learning Outcomes
Majors will be able to: