Education
Minor
About this program
The Minor in Education provides undergraduate students from any major with an overview of current approaches and topics in education, and the opportunity to complete all prerequisites for admission to the Multiple or Single Subject Credential. This Minor welcomes all students who are interested in rounding out their studies with a practical and theoretical exploration of education that includes early fieldwork experience, social justice frameworks, and options for exploring dimensions and possibilities in education.
Program Curriculum and Requirements
Program Scope
The Education Minor is a 12 unit option for undergraduates in any major who want a clear introduction to education and teaching. It helps you explore what educators do across different settings and it gives you early fieldwork so you can connect course concepts to real classrooms and communities.
If you are considering a teaching credential after graduation, the minor can also help you complete key prerequisites for Multiple Subject or Single Subject pathways. You will build a strong foundation in how schools work, how students learn, and how equity and social justice shape education, so you can make informed choices about your next step.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Describe the main types of careers in teaching and education, and outline the pathways to achieving these.
- Describe a critical and social justice lens on public education that demonstrates an understanding of equity and inclusive practices in education.
- Demonstrate knowledge of at least two dimensions or areas of education including student learning and development, education careers, or education policies and histories that shape experiences and opportunities in these fields.