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Words have power. Teach younger generations to use them well.

Do you want to inspire young minds with through teaching English? Do you wish to share the wonder of words with students? ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’ bachelor’s degree program in English education provides you with the skills and certification that allows you to pursue this passion. The English education program will strengthen your writing, grammar, and critical thinking skills while you explore various works of literature, deepening your appreciation for iconic writers and their stories. Equipped with this knowledge, you will be prepared to pass on the wonder and power of the English language. Who knows? You might become the teacher of the next Robert Frost, Jane Austin, or J.K. Rowling. Turn your passion into a vocation that impacts society with a degree in English education at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. 

Anchor: Stats

By the Numbers

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Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

* The credit hours listed on this page only reference the specific program requirements and is not reflective of the total hours necessary to receive your degree. ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ requires all students obtain a minimum of 60 hours for an associate’s degree and a total of 120 hours for a bachelor’s degree. Transfer and prior learning credits may be counted toward those totals.

To learn more about our General Education Requirements, please visit the page referenced below or explore our Academic Catalog

General Education Requirements

Bachelor's in English Education (Secondary Certification)

The English education program at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ provides students with the proper skills and the fundamental understanding to successfully teach English to young learners. This program consists of classes that will cover writing, descriptive linguistics, literature, communications, and classes that will give basis on how to integrate technology into teaching along with classes about teaching practices. Not only will students in this program learn English skills, but they will also learn basic teaching skills such as lesson planning, classroom management, supervision strategy, and executing classroom activities.  

Course Requirements

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Mission & Goals

The mission of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’ School of Education is to transform entry-level education students into highly qualified, knowledgeable, and caring teachers capable of educating younger generations about English.

Solid reflective, prioritization, time-management, and critical-thinking skills.
Knowledge of instructional methods necessary to meet the Kentucky Teacher standards and ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’ standards.
Skills in reading comprehension, writing, and grammar.
An appreciation and refinement of ethical and Christian moral values in teaching.
Strong oral, written, organizational, and cooperative skills.
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English Education Careers & Outcomes

All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

English Teacher: $61,820

English Teacher: $61,820

Teaching young students English-related skills such as writing, grammar, literature, and comprehension. 

Writer/Author: $69,510

Writer/Author: $69,510

Develop written content for various types of media such as books, news outlets, blogs, etc. 

Editor: $63,350

Editor: $63,350

Plan, review, and revise content to be published. 

Public Relations Specialist: $62,800

Public Relations Specialist: $62,800

Helps create a positive public image for their clients. 

Technical Writer: $78,060

Technical Writer: $78,060

Writes technical information such as instruction manuals, how-to-guides, journal articles, etc. 

Translator: $49,110

Translator: $49,110

Converts information from one language to another.

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Common Questions

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Faculty Experts in English

Get to know more about your future English professors!

Serena Anderson

Serena Anderson

Adjunct Professor
Education

Serena Anderson

Contact Information

serena.anderson [at] ucumberlands.edu
Remote
Dr. Andrew T. Alexson

Dr. Andrew Alexson

Adjunct Professor
Education

Dr. Andrew Alexson

Contact Information

andrew.alexson [at] ucumberlands.edu
Remote
Ashton Leach

Ashton Leach

Field/Clinical Coordinator | Assistant Professor
Education

Ashton Leach

Contact Information

ashton.leach [at] ucumberlands.edu
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