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Elementary Education equips future educators with the skills to guide preschool through primary-grade children in learning, building upon the foundation laid at home, school, and community. The program focuses on fostering critical thinking, nurturing curiosity, and cultivating self-driven, independent learners. Aspiring teachers explore child development, master teaching fundamentals rooted in research, and gain hands-on experience applying these principles.
Licensure: This curriculum fulfills Utah's professional licensing standards. Students seeking certification outside Utah should consult BYU advisors and their target state's licensing board for specific requirements.
This degree prepares graduates for public school teaching positions. Completion of Utah State Office of Education licensing standards is mandatory for graduation.