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Integrative Studies: Educational Careers (BSEd)

Embarking on a journey into the realm of educational careers is not just about teaching in classrooms; it's about shaping futures through specialized roles that support and guide students towards success. The Integrative Studies Educational Careers concentration offers a unique pathway for undergraduates keen on making a profound impact in schools without pursuing traditional teaching certification. This dynamic program requires a commitment to academic excellence with a focus on real-world application. By preparing students to excel as behavior specialists, registered behavior technicians (RBT®), paraprofessionals, and educational assistants, this concentration opens doors to diverse opportunities within educational settings. Furthermore, it lays a solid foundation for pursuing advanced degrees such as a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), ensuring graduates are well-equipped to advance in their chosen fields.
 
 

Concentration Coordinator

Dr. Laura Casey


Laura Casey, PhD
Educational Careers Coordinator
Email | 901.678.1160

 

 

Degree Timeline

Semester I (15 credits)

  • ENGL 1010: English Composition I
  • MATH 1420: Foundations of Mathematics
  • HIST 1110: World Civilization I OR HIST 1120: World Civilization II
  • Fine Art**
  • Humanities**

Semester II (16 credits)

  • ENGL 1020: English Composition II
  • ESCI 1301: World Regions OR ESCI 1401: Cultural Geography
  • HIST 2010: US History to 1877 OR HIST 2020: US History Since 1877
  • POLS 1030: American Government OR PSYC 1030: General Psychology
  • Natural Science Selective & Lab (4 hrs)**

 

**Visit UofM's course catalog > for Fine Arts, Humanities, and/or Natural Science course options.

Semester I (13 credits)

  • ENGL 2201: Literary Heritage OR ENGL 2202: Literary Heritage: African American
  • COMM 2381: Oral Communications
  • EDPR 2111: Development Across Lifespan
  • Natural Science Selective & Lab (4 hrs)**

Semester II (15 credits)

  • PETE 3604 (2hrs): Teach Phys Ed/Health/K-Mid
  • SPED 2000: Foundation/Exceptional Learners
  • LITL 3001: Literacy Tutoring Credit
  • ENGL 4531 (3hrs): Methods and Techniques ESL
  • Natural Science Selective & Lab (4 hrs)**

 

**Visit UofM's course catalog > for Natural Science course options.

Fall Cohort (12 credits)

  • EDPR 3302: Child/Adolescent Development 
  • LITL 4240: Literacy in Grades K-4
  • SPED 4111: Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis
  • SPED 4113: Applied Behavior Analysis / Strategy

NOTE: SPED 4111 is a first term, seven-week class, and SPED 4113 is a second term, seven-week class. These need to be taken in order.

Spring Cohort (15 credits)

  • SPED 4112: Assess / Measure / Applied Behavior Analysis
  • SPED 4114: Practitioner Issues / ABA Credit
  • SPED 4900: Consultation School / Family / Community
  • LITL 3001: Literacy Tutoring
  • EDSV 4850: Practicum / Training Settings 

NOTE: SPED 4112 is a first term, seven-week class, and SPED 4114 is a second term, seven-week class. These need to be taken at the same time in the same seven weeks.

SPED 4900 is a second term, seven-week class and is ONLY offered in the Spring semester each academic year.

**IF YOU TRANSITION TO EDUCATIONAL CAREERS DURING THE SPRING COHORT**

Spring Cohort (15 credits)

  • EDPR 3302: Child/Adolescent Development 
  • SPED 4900: Consultation School / Family / Community
  • SPED 4111: Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis
  • SPED 4113: Applied Behavior Analysis / Strategy
  • ENGL 4531 (3hrs): Methods and Techniques ESL

Summer Cohort (6 credtis)

  • SPED 4112: Assess / Measure / Applied Behavior Analysis
  • SPED 4114: Practitioner Issues / ABA Credit 

Fall Cohort

  • Electives
  • LITL 3001: Literacy Tutoring (**If missed earlier**)

Spring Cohort

  • Electives
  • SPED 4900: Consultation School / Family / Community (**If missed earlier**)

Students must select up to 26 credit hours from the list below:

  • CDFS 3401: Parent Child Relations
  • CDFS 4220: Understand Chldn/Behv/Guide
  • COUN 4611: Intro to Counseling
  • HLSC 3306: Elementary School Health and Wellness
  • UNIV 3535: Family Communications
  • PSYC 3305: Psychology of Learning/Memory
  • PSYC 3103: Child Psychology
  • PSYC 3303: Thinking/Cognitive Processes
  • ANTH 3511: Culture, Kin, & Family
  • SOCI 3422: Racial/Ethnic Minorities
  • SOCI 3432: Sociology of Gender
  • SOCI 3831: Sociology of the Family
  • SOCI 3401: Social Inequality
  • HIST 4863: History of Childhood in America

If students wish to take a course outside of this list, an advisor MUST pre-approve.