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Middle Level Teacher Education (B.A.E.)
What can you do with this degree?
The Middle Level Teacher Education program offers a personalized, innovative approach to teacher preparation. Our unique approach embeds courses in local schools early in the program, ensuring you gain valuable field experience and forge important connections. From day one, you'll work in actual classrooms, gaining over 200 hours of experience through classroom observations, community outreach, school board meetings, and other school visits, followed by two full semesters of student teaching in the two content areas you choose.
Upon completion, you will earn Kentucky certification to teach grades 5-9 in English, Math, Social Studies, or Science. Our program prepares you to be a highly qualified teacher, with strong connections to schools actively seeking our graduates. You will also have opportunities to work with top educators, engage with a diverse community, and participate in travel and study abroad experiences.
Program Details
Delivery Method: On Campus, In-Person
Teacher Education Program: Teacher Certification Information
Scholarship Information: Student Scholarships and Awards
Accreditation: This program is approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board and accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP).
What You'll Study
UK Core (30-31 Credit Hours)
Content Areas (Choose Two):
- English (24 credit hours)
- Mathematics (25 credit hours)
- Science (27 credit hours)
- Social Studies (24 credit hours)
Pre-Professional Courses (9 credit hours)
Professional Education Courses (43 credit hours)
State Authorization & Licensure
If you plan to complete a University of Kentucky online program while living outside of Kentucky, you should check the Out-of-State Students page to determine if the University of Kentucky is authorized to provide this program in your state of residence. If you plan to use the degree to seek licensure, you should also determine if the degree meets the educational requirements for licensure in your state.
Cost of Attendance
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Tuition and Fees
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