Education
Spark curiosity, foster creativity and provoke a lifelong love of learning.
Alma’s nationally-accredited education program is approved by the Michigan Department of Education. We designed it to equip you with the background, techniques and disposition you need to be a successful educator — wherever you choose to work. It will also help to prepare you for your state tests and certification requirements.
Whether you would like to teach in a public school or a non-traditional learning space such as a nonprofit, museum or childcare center, we have a major, minor or endorsement program tailored to your goals.
- Our PK-6 education major gives you a broad foundation to work with preschool through sixth-grade students in all subjects.
- If you’d like to teach middle and high school students, our secondary education major helps you develop the skills and knowledge you need to focus on a particular subject area in the classroom.
- Our special education endorsement prepares you to work with PK-12 students with learning disabilities in elementary or secondary education settings.
- If you love working with children but don’t want to earn your teaching certification, our educational studies major or minor empowers you to pursue a fulfilling career outside of the traditional classroom.
- If you are passionate about inspiring others to reach their potential, our coaching minor helps you harness your ability to lead teams on and off the field.
At A Glance
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12:1Student-to-faculty ratio
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18Average class size
Possible Careers
Spark curiosity, foster creativity and provoke a lifelong love of learning.
Alma’s nationally-accredited education program is approved by the Michigan Department of Education. We designed it to equip you with the background, techniques and disposition you need to be a successful educator — wherever you choose to work. It will also help to prepare you for your state tests and certification requirements.
Whether you would like to teach in a public school or a non-traditional learning space such as a nonprofit, museum or childcare center, we have a major, minor or endorsement program tailored to your goals.
- Our PK-6 education major gives you a broad foundation to work with preschool through sixth-grade students in all subjects.
- If you’d like to teach middle and high school students, our secondary education major helps you develop the skills and knowledge you need to focus on a particular subject area in the classroom.
- Our special education endorsement prepares you to work with PK-12 students with learning disabilities in elementary or secondary education settings.
- If you love working with children but don’t want to earn your teaching certification, our educational studies major or minor empowers you to pursue a fulfilling career outside of the traditional classroom.
- If you are passionate about inspiring others to reach their potential, our coaching minor helps you harness your ability to lead teams on and off the field.
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Student & Alumni Spotlights
No one describes the Alma experience better than those living it. Explore their stories, in their own words, below.
My classmates and I work together on so many things, which is going to help me prepare for a collaborative workplace after college.
My classmates and I work together on so many things, which is going to help me prepare for a collaborative workplace after college.
Get to Know Education
Meet the Faculty
Professional Development
As an education major, you'll be encouraged to participate in an internship that provides valuable real-world experience. Learn about career support at Alma.
Explore the Curriculum
Learn more about the fundamental courses that will offer a roadmap for your academic growth and expertise development.
Accreditation
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP, 1140 19th St NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20036, (202) 223-0077) monitors how the Education Preparation Provider (EPP) publicly reports candidate performance data and other consumer information on its website. (Policy 6.01; p. 26, CAEP Accreditation Policy)
Fast-track your success.
At Alma, you’ll work closely with our expert faculty to build the groundwork you need to be a compassionate, effective educator. You’ll practice your skills in teaching placements, volunteer work and service learning — all from your first year in college.
You’ll graduate with at least one semester of teaching experience in your certification grade band or subject area for endorsement.
You’ll also have opportunities to travel. The Alma Venture provides funding to volunteer in organizations like schools and orphanages all over the world. And through our partnership with the Chicago Center, you can hone your skills in a preschool, elementary or secondary student teaching placement.
What You Need to Know
Our students have an excellent track record of obtaining certification. Because many states have reciprocal agreements with Michigan, you may qualify for out-of-state certification, too.
Our alumni who choose not to go directly into teaching pursue meaningful careers in other youth-focused fields — or go on to graduate study at some of the best institutions in the country.
Recent Employers
- Gaylord Community Schools
- Grand Rapids Christian Schools
- Harbor Light Christian School
- L’Anse Creuse Public Schools
Recent Graduate Schools
- Aurora University
- Central Michigan University
- Michigan State University
- Michigan Technological University
- University of Michigan
Get Connected
Student Organizations
Take your learning outside the classroom — and find lifelong friends — by joining one of our 100+ student organizations designed to help you enhance your knowledge and expand your network.
