1988-1989 Academic Catalog

88 Education Students gain valuable teaching experience through field experiences and student teaching in area public and Christian schools. Programs of Study The Department of Education offers instruction with the pur– pose of providing distinctively Christian teachers for Christian, public, and missionary schools. The College is approved by the State of Ohio Department of Education for programs leading to the four-year Ohio teaching certificate in the following areas: 1. Early Childhood Education (grades K-3) 2. Elementary Education (grades 1-8) 3. Kindergarten-Elementary (grades K-8) 4. Secondary Education (grades 7-12)-in: biological science music bookkeeping/basic physical education business political science business education science comprehensive chemistry speech/communication English social studies history comprehensive mathematics 5. Special (K-12) in health education, music, physical educa– tion, and Spanish 6. Endorsement in reading and typewriting/keyboarding Students completing programs leading to Ohio certification will be able to obtain certification in most states. Those planning to teach in other than Ohio should consult with the Department of Education in order to be aware of special requirements and problems in those states where reciprocity has not been established. Graduates qualify for but must apply for certification by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). This certi– fication is recognized by Christian schools around the world.