150 EduE
412 Library Drive
Duluth, MN 55812
United States
About this Program
The Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.) in teaching French, German, or Spanish is offered through the Department of Education in conjunction with the Department of World Languages and Cultures. Students are fully immersed in the language they will teach through coursework, volunteering in the Duluth community, and studying abroad.
The Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) offers a variety of content areas for specialization. Classes include a combination of specific content areas and teacher education coursework. Within the teacher education program, students have hands-on exposure to classrooms through volunteer experiences, observation, and student teaching.
Teaching French* This Bachelor of Applied Arts prepares students for MN licensure to teach French in grades K-12. Students may also pursue a French Studies B.A. with satisfactory completion of degree requirements for both majors.
Teaching German* This Bachelor of Applied Arts prepares students for MN licensure to teach German in grades K-12. Students may also pursue a German Studies B.A. with satisfactory completion of degree requirements for both majors.
Teaching Spanish This Bachelor of Applied Arts prepares students for MN licensure to teach Spanish in grades K-12. Students may also pursue a Spanish Studies B.A. with satisfactory completion of degree requirements for both majors.
*As of Fall 2024, students may no longer be admitted to the Teaching French or Teaching German major programs.
Acquired Skills
- Design and teach effective lessons.
- Create instruction opportunities that are adapted to students with diverse backgrounds and exceptionalities.
- Be engaged through active learning.
Career Possibilities
Entry level positions include elementary, middle or high school teacher, translator, interpreter. Advanced degree positions include Dean of Students, Principal, School Counselor, Superintendent.
Admissions and Scholarships
Current students in CEHSP may be eligible for both merit-based and need-based scholarships. More than 100 scholarships are available each academic year, awarding over $370,000 annually to CEHSP students. For more information on scholarship opportunities, visit the CEHSP scholarship webpage.
Student Clubs
- Education Minnesota Aspiring Educators (EMAE)
- Club de Francais (French)
- Der Deutsche Kultur Klub (German)
- Spanish Club
Faculty Highlights
Faculty have won campus & college awards for outstanding teaching, research, advising, and service. They are dedicated teachers, academic advisors, scholarly researchers, and curriculum designers.