Education

• Elementary Education, A.A

• We’re your first step in preparing for a career in education. 
• Educators can be found in several places including public, private and charter schools. Teachers often take on additional positions as tutors and coaches. A position as an administrator, superintendent or principal often starts as an educator in the classroom. 
• The National Career Clusters Framework created a tool to help you find a career that suits your interests and skills. Our education program is part of the Education & Training career cluster.

• Coursework is taught by experienced, caring faculty.
• Our teacher preparation coordinator can help you discover the right path for you and get you on track to certification in Illinois.

Transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in education. Students interested in teaching middle school or high school typically major in their subject area and enter a special teacher preparation program within their major.

• After being accepted to Kish, there is no formal program admissions process for the education program.
• Students interested in pursuing an A.A. degree with an emphasis in education are encouraged to speak with their academic advisor to start the transfer planning process.