School of Education

Mission Statement

The mission of the School of Education at the College of Charleston is to prepare educators to be leaders in a diverse community through (1) an understanding of and effective participation in a highly complex world, and (2) engaging coursework connected to field experiences, internships, and innovative research activities. Our vision is to be a community of diverse and practical leaders who ensure access to and advocate for meaningful learning opportunities for all.

Our teacher education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation  Educator Preparation (CAEP) and approved by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (SCHE).

NOTE: Students interested in the teacher education program should contact the Office of Student Services and Credentialing at 843.953.5613 to declare a major or minor and to complete a program of study. The program of study will assure courses taken to meet College of Charleston requirements will also meet the requirements for admission to the teacher education program.

Departments/Programs 

• Teacher Education  

Program Learning Outcomes

• Early Childhood Education B.S. (PDF)
• Education Minor (PDF)
• Elementary Education B.S. (PDF)
• Foreign Language Education B.S. (PDF)
• Middle Grades Education B.S. (PDF)
• Secondary Education English B.S. (PDF)
• Secondary Education Mathematics B.S. (PDF)
• Secondary Education Science B.S. (PDF)
• Secondary Education Social Studies B.S. (PDF)
• Special Education B.S. (PDF)