The Minor in Education at OCU equips you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills to excel in various educational settings, even beyond traditional classrooms.
Why Choose This Minor?
- Expand your horizons: Gain valuable insights into educational theory, child development, learning processes, and instructional strategies.
- Boost your resume: Stand out from the crowd with a versatile skillset applicable to diverse careers in education, training, and leadership.
- Deepen your impact: Enhance your ability to guide and motivate others in any field, from corporate training to community outreach.
- Explore teaching pathways: Lay the groundwork for future teacher certification, gaining a head start on understanding pedagogy and classroom management.
Who Should Consider This Minor?
This minor is ideal for students seeking to:
- Complement their major with valuable educational expertise.
- Prepare for careers in fields like training, coaching, non-profit leadership, or informal education.
- Explore the possibility of teaching as a future career path.
- Enhance their interpersonal and communication skills for any professional setting.
- EDUC 2001 Introduction to Teaching (1 hour)
- EDUC 3103 Human Development (3 hours)
- EDUC 3113 Psychology & Assessment of Learning (3 hours)
- EDUC 3213 Students with Exceptionalities (3 hours)
- Approved electives in Education (9 hours)
