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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION - ELEMENTARY ED

University of Mississippi Desoto Center - Southaven

5197 W. E. Ross Parkway, Southaven, MS, 38671

About This Program

The elementary education program educates and prepares students to enter the field of educating in the elementary schools. To accomplish this the unit has developed professional education based on essential knowledge and skills research findings and sound professional practice.

Credential

BA in Elementary Education

Field of Study

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.

Related Occupation

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Educators teach students at every level from early childhood through higher education, developing knowledge and skills for lifelong success. They also work as instructional coordinators, school counselors, and librarians.

Typical Wages in Mississippi

$48,440/yr

2024 data · O*NET via CareerOneStop (DOL/ETA & Minnesota DEED)

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Contact & Location

Location

5197 W. E. Ross Parkway, Southaven, MS, 38671

Program Details

Format

This program provides in-person instruction only.

Tuition Cost

$18,068

WIOA Eligible

Length (Weeks)

72

Real-World Outcomes

24 people completed this program. Of those, 22 were employed about six months after finishing (roughly 92%).

Source: Mississippi ETPL performance data via TrainingProviderResults.gov (U.S. Dept. of Labor)

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