Hastings College Teacher Education

h the elementary and secondary levels. Students may also choose to participate in the department's fifth year graduate program and receive a Master of Arts in Teaching degree (MAT). Strengths of the Program
+ First year education majors have direct contact and observation with students and teachers at various levels of the area schools. This early contact may help a student determine whether teaching is the right career path for them.
+ Students will benefit from superior, personalized instruction in small classes with experienced professors. Professional education programs are field-based and emphasize effective performance that will be gained through extensive field experience, including more than 900 hours of on-site laboratory, clinical and student teaching experiences.
+ Graduates of the program will have support beyond graduation through personal visits, alumni gatherings, and our newsletter.
+ Students are encouraged to seek at least two endorsement areas from the many we offer. Supplemental endorsements are offered in coaching, early childhood and English as a Second Language.
+ Coaching endorsement is not just limited to education majors. The program is open to all students who want to be a qualified coach.
+ Special study trips include Chicago, the Rosebud Indian Reservation and Belize.
+ Our active Student Education Association is a great way to seek support and meet other future educators.