The Future of Education Starts With You

Join a community of future educators ready to build something greater. Wherever your teaching passion lies, SDSU’s School of Education, Counseling and Human Development has a pathway for you to make a difference.

Discover the Right Path for You

Choose from our various education degrees and pursue your passion. It’s time to think of the legacy that you want to leave by taking a look at what you can achieve at SDSU.

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Early Childhood Education (B.S.)

Make a positive impact on the young and bright minds of our future by working in birth to age 8 contexts: preschools, child care programs, elementary schools (K-grade three or four) and other informal learning settings for children. Serve as a guiding force for our youth by preparing them to navigate our complex world and play meaningful roles in their communities.

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Elementary Education (B.S.)

Elementary teachers shape lifelong learners, fostering growth across subjects like literacy, math and the arts. Our degrees prepare graduates to teach grades K-8, nurturing development. Experience student teaching, work with families and thrive.

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Secondary Teacher Education (B.S. or B.A.)

Great teachers transform lives. Be a part of that change by mentoring learners as they move toward life beyond high school. Develop academic curriculums in the subjects of your interest, build effective learning environments and help carve out a path toward greatness for your learners.

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Special Education (B.S.)

Become a compassionate K-12 teacher to empower students with various abilities. Develop skills to support intellectual, sensory and emotional growth. Pursue a degree dedicated to overcoming challenges. Make a difference by advocating for those with special needs.

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Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.) and Educational Administration (M.Ed.)

With our 100% online programs scheduled to suit your life, you can build toward a greater impact and supplement your career in education. Learn to lead in an instructional capacity from coursework or research experience. With a schedule suited to your life, you can go further than ever before and help shape the future of education.

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Your new path starts here. Fill out our form to receive more information on how you can pursue your interests in education at SDSU.

Build Something Greater at SDSU

We foster a supportive learning environment to guide students toward success. With expert faculty and opportunities for practical experience, students are equipped to take on challenges in the classroom and beyond.

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Expert Faculty

Our expert faculty shape future teachers with passion and dedication. Their expertise spans various fields, enriching our education degrees. With their guidance, students thrive as skilled and compassionate teachers and human beings.

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Practical Experience

Faculty bring real-world insights to their classrooms for success in your future classroom. Students gain practical experience through internships, field placements and student teaching. Through relationships built in classes and field experiences, peers and mentors become lifelong colleagues.

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CAEP Accredited

Accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) signifies that our educator preparation programs meet rigorous standards. This ensures that SDSU is committed to improvement and prepares teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel.