Below is a template that outlines the typical course progression for this major. Actual progression may vary based on factors such as AP/IB credits, dual enrollment, transfer credits, individual academic readiness. A College of Education academic advisor will help develop a path to graduation that is best suited for you.
Leadership for Community Education and Human Learning (B.S.E.)
What can you do with this degree?
The Leadership for Community Education and Human Learning (LCE) major is perfect for those interested in implementing educational programs outside the traditional classroom. You’ll be prepared to lead educational initiatives within communities and organizations, creating connections between community members and leaders or decision-makers.
This degree opens doors to a growing range of careers, including:
- Non-profit educational outreach
- Civic government leadership
- Government program education
- Athletic community education
- For-profit educational programming
- Local community leadership
- Family Resource & Youth Service Centers
- Religious education programs
- Family-centered or education-centered entrepreneurship
Although this major does not lead to teacher certification, students have the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary facility that partners with businesses, government, and community organizations to drive social change, all while tackling society’s most complex social issues through the Community Innovation Lab.
Program Details
Degree Type: Bachelor of Science in Education
Delivery Method: On Campus, In-Person
Scholarship Information: Student Scholarships and Awards
Practicum Information: EDL 480
What You'll Study
Year 1
Semester 1 (14 course hours)
- UK Core Composition & Communication I : CIS or WRD 110 (3)
- UK Core Quantitative Foundations (3)
- UK Core Natural/Physical/Math (3)
- UK Core Social Science: EPE 174- The College Student (3)
- EDL 250: Leadership for Community Education & Human Learning (2)
Semester 2 (16 course hours)
- UK Core Composition & Communication II: CIS or WRD 111 (3)
- UK Core Arts and Creativity (3)
- UK Core Statistical Inferential Reasoning (3)
- PSY 100: Introduction to Psychology (4)
- Free Elective Course (3)
Year 2
Semester 3 (15 course hours)
- UK Core Global Dynamics (3)
- EDL 350: Community Education Foundations (3)
- Guided Elective (3)
- Free Elective Courses (6)
Semester 4 (15 course hours)
- EPE 301: Education in American Culture (3)
- EDP 202: Human Development and Learning (3)
- Guided Elective (3)
- Free Elective Courses (6)
Year 3
Semester 5 (15 course hours)
- EDL 375: Career Explorations in LCE (3)
- EDL/CLD 402: Principles of Leadership (3)
- Guided Elective (3)
- Free Elective Course (6)
Semester 6 (15 course hours)
- CLD 478: Entrepreneurial Programming in Community Ed (3)
- EDL/CLD 403: Leadership and Communications (3)
- Guided Elective (3)
Year 4
Semester 7 (15 course hours)
- CLD 479: Instructional Applications to Community Education (3)
- Free Elective Courses (12)
Semester 8 (15 course hours)
- EDL 475: Senior Seminar in LCE (3)
- EDL 480: Professional Internship in LCE (3)
- EDL/CLD 404: Contemporary Leadership Applications (3)
- Free Elective Courses (6)
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