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Introduction

If you think nothing could be more rewarding than teaching young people the knowledge and skills they need to become productive members of society, look no further.

Education and technology go hand-in-hand at Fort Hays State University. Through the College of Education, students become leaders in classrooms, schools, communities, and industries.

Working with local, state, regional, and national agencies, the College of Education prepares students for fulfilling careers as educators with the tools to teach effectively. Preparation is based on technical skills, knowledge acquired through liberal arts and sciences, professional education courses, and clinical experiences. Through these experiences, teachers and other school personnel are prepared to ensure excellence in teaching while actively investing in their own professional development.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the College of Education is “Education professionals prepared at Fort Hays State University will have the technological, pedagogical and content knowledge, skills and dispositions to lead, model, teach and collaborate in diverse settings.”

Vision Statement

The vision of the education unit at Fort Hays State University is: "to prepare professionals for schools, business, and industry in a global society."

Academic Degree Maps are term-by-term sample course plans that specify milestones, courses, and special requirements that are necessary for facilitating on-time completion. Degree Maps are examples and are not prescriptive. Individualized choices such as concentration options, transfer credits, optional minors, advisory programs (certificates), etc. can alter the recommended coursework. Course offerings are subject to change. Students should consult with their academic advisors for additional guidance on course planning.

To determine courses to take in the directed choices (often listed as Program Elective Course) and directed elective course blocks see the overview tab for courses. Open electives indicate the student is free to choose courses from any subject, but students should discuss with their advisor how many of these hours must be upper division. To locate approved courses in General Education areas (Undergraduate Programs) see the general education section of the catalog.

The undergraduate course maps typically advise the most efficient route for students to complete the general education requirements. Courses that are required in the major may be listed as fulfilling relevant general education requirements. This will result in more open elective course hours in some maps than is listed on the degree overview page.