Pre-Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists are trained to work with a variety of diagnoses including traumatic brain injury, autism spectrum disorder, stroke, cerebral palsy, burns, fractures, spinal cord injury, developmental delays just to name a few. It takes the typical student four years to complete a bachelor’s degree containing the pre-requisite courses necessary for admission to professional school. Three years is the typical length for completion of professional school to graduate with a Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD).

Secondary Education

Graduates of York University who study secondary education are certified to teach in 6th through 12th grade classrooms.
Students can increase their skills and workplace marketability by adding up to two areas of endorsement with this major:

Business, Marketing & Information Technology
English
Mathematics
History
Social Sciences​
Speech (supplemental add on)
Theatre (supplemental add on)
Coaching (supplemental add on)

Bachelor of Science – Education – Field Endorsement in Elementary Education (Grades K-8)

Graduates of the elementary education program are certified to teach in kindergarten through 8th grade classrooms. Prior to student teaching, elementary education majors complete more than 100 hours of field experience, observing local elementary classrooms. York University works closely with area schools and afterschool programs to offer our students the best real-world experience possible. The elementary education program is the largest program offered by the York University Department of Education.

Inclusive Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3)

If you're interested in the education of young children, prepare to teach the youngest ages with an Early Childhood Inclusive Education degree. At Wayne State College, you’ll develop the tools and mindset you need to guide and care for children ranging from infants to the third grade. With an Inclusive Early Childhood Education degree, you’ll be able to teach in elementary school, preschool, or community programs. Or you could work in a day care or other facility that cares for young children.

Early Childhood Education (PK-3)

Get ready to be a teacher of young ages with the early childhood education degree endorsement. You’ll develop the tools and mindset you need to guide and care for children from preschool age to the third grade. With an early childhood education degree, you’ll be able to teach elementary or even preschool. You’ll be an excellent candidate to work in a preschool, day care, or other facility that cares for and educates young children. With a long-standing, excellent reputation for our education programs, Wayne State is the perfect place to begin your career in early education education.

Middle Level Education and Secondary Education Levels

Are you ready to take on the world of junior high and the surrounding grades? This world will be filled with adolescents – an exciting yet sometimes scary time for pre-teens and teens. But as a teacher, you’ll be there to be a positive influence in their lives. With the Middle Level Education endorsement, you’ll be qualified to teach grades 5-9. You’ll get a variety of students and ages, all looking to you to guide them through this phase in life. With a long-standing, excellent reputation for our education program, Wayne State is the perfect place to begin your career in education.

World Language-Spanish (6-12)

Persons with this endorsement may teach Spanish at grade levels 6-12.

Certification Endorsement Requirements: This endorsement requires a minimum of 30 semester hours in the world language for either the K-8 or 7-12 endorsement. Those candidates seeking a K-12 endorsement must complete course work and clinical experiences which address elementary and secondary levels.

Elementary Education Degree (Grades K-6)

Become an elementary or middle school teacher with the Elementary Education degree from Wayne State College. Teaching is a rewarding career, and the Elementary Education K-6 endorsement covers the widest variety of ages. This track will focus you on kindergarten-aged children up through the junior high level. With a long-standing, excellent reputation for our education programs, Wayne State is the perfect place to get your Elementary Education degree.

Accelerated Special Education Program

The Accelerated Special Education Program (AC-SEP) at UNO is a teacher certification pathway for individuals with a baccalaureate degree or higher who wish to earn an Initial Teaching Certificate issued by the Nebraska Department of Education to teach special education.

This program is designed to be completed in two years. Students who successfully complete the qualifications of the Accelerated Special Education Program will be eligible for Nebraska certification in special education.

Library Science Education

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) celebrates a diverse array of library science education programs that provide credentials and continuing education for those seeking employment in 21st Century library and information agencies.

Why UNO?

  • Award-winning faculty
  • Engaged advising and access to student services
  • High-tech learning environments
  • Local and regional professional networks
  • Field site experiences throughout the program
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