2017-18 Undergraduate Catalog

requirements of that department as well. 1. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all courses and 2.7 GPA in all TEP core curriculum courses. All TEP core courses must be completed with a grade of “C-” or higher. 2. Minimum GPA of 2.5 in the teaching field content area(s), and content core for early childhood education. 3. No grade of less than “C-” in teaching field or concentration area courses. For early childhood, middle childhood, and special education, this includes general education courses in the content areas of humanities, science, mathematics, and social science. 4. Minimum passing scores on the CASE exams, or by ACT/ SAT exemption. Exemption from the CASE exams is granted if: a. ACT Math subscore equal/higher 22; or SAT Math subscore equal/higher 520. b. ACT Reading subscore equal/higher 21; or SAT Reading subscore equal/higher 450. c. ACT English subscore equal/higher 18; or SAT Writing subscore equal/higher 430. d. Or if a transfer student transfers at least 25 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the transferred credits. 5. Satisfactory completion of all introductory field experiences: EDUC-1050 Preliminary Student Involvement. 6. Valid “No Record” background check for the state of Ohio and an additional FBI background check. 7. Satisfactory referral letter from academic advisor and one external reference. Teacher Education Program Retention and Completion Requirements To maintain regular standing in the Teacher Education Program and/or to receive a degree, students must maintain and/or complete the following requirements: Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher in all courses. 1. Obtain a “C-” or higher in all methods courses. 2. Satisfactorily complete field and clinical experiences. 3. Earn a passing score on all state-required licensure assessments. 4. Satisfactorily complete the internship experience. Test Pass Rates For up-to-date testing pass rates and the Ohio educator preparation performance report see cedarville.edu/ SOEaccreditation. Programs of Study The School of Education offers instruction with the purpose of providing excellent Christian teachers for Christian, public, international, and missionary schools. The University is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education for programs leading to a teaching license or endorsement in several areas. • Multi-Age Special Education — Intervention Specialist-mild to moderate (K–12) • Early Childhood Education (pre–K to grade 3) • Middle Childhood Education (grades 4–9) Two concentrations chosen from: • Mathematics • Reading/Language Arts • Science • Social Studies See appropriate department for a complete description of the following programs: • Adolescent and Young Adult (grades 7–12) • Chemistry Education (Department of Science and Mathematics, page 195) • Language Arts Education – Integrated (Department of English, Literature, and Modern Languages, page 111) • Life Science Education (Department of Science and Mathematics, page 196) • Mathematics Education – Integrated (Department of Science and Mathematics, page 197) • Physical Science Education (Department of Science and Mathematics, page 198) • Physics Education (Department of Science and Mathematics, page 199) • Science Comprehensive Education – Integrated (Department of Science and Mathematics, page 200) • Social Studies Education – Integrated (Department of History and Government, page 127) • Multi-Age Licensure (pre–K to grade 12) • Health and Physical Education (Department of Kinesiology and Allied Health, page 143) • Music Education (Department of Music and Worship, page 157) • Physical Education (Department of Kinesiology and Allied Health, page 135) • Spanish Education (Department of English, Literature, and Modern Languages, page 114) Early Childhood Generalist Endorsement Students interested in the early childhood education generalist endorsement must possess or be working toward the completion of a degree and licensure requirements in early childhood education. Career Opportunities Christian and public schools actively recruit Cedarville education graduates. Graduate schools also welcome Cedarville students. Careers pursued by School of Education graduates include: • Christian school teacher • Church education programs • Elementary school teacher • High school or middle school teacher • International school teacher • Library science • Mission school teacher • Music teacher K–12 • Physical education/health education teacher K–12 • Preschool director or teacher • Special education (mild–moderate educational needs) • Youth camps 2017–18 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 89 School of Education Test Pass Rates