School of Teaching, Learning and Developmental Sciences

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Work with kids and families

Teach, empower and support others. Make a lasting impact as you prepare them for the life ahead.

Build your skill-set while in school. Grow as an educator and advocate through student teaching, research and service work.

You’ll be ready to inspire the next generation.

Undergraduate programs

Select a major that matches your career goals. Discover where you can go as an expert educator.

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Major
Business education
Teach business at the high school level.
MSU student Sara Jones student teaches a math class at Willard High School.
Major
Career and technical education
Guide students into technical and vocational career fields.
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Major
Child and family development
Work with kids and families in different settings.
Alumnae Jessica Ridder and Laura Snelson teaching students at Sherwood Elementary
Major
Early childhood education
Teach newborns up to 3rd grade.
Student teacher Bryce Wilson teaching elementary class
Major
Elementary education
Become an elementary school teacher.
A middle school teacher gives a lesson on Egyptian history during class.
Major
Middle school education
Become a middle school teacher (grades 5-9). Specialize in one of four subjects.

Already have a major?

Certificates and minors
Explore certificates and minors
Boost your credentials and broaden your knowledge.

Graduate programs

Advance your career with a master's degree.

Child life student working with hospitalized kid
Master's
Child life studies
Comfort kids who have illness or injury.
Adult reading to young kids
Master's
Early childhood and family development
Help others grow, prosper and thrive.
Special education teacher instructing students
Master's
Early childhood special education
Teach students with special needs during their formative years.

 

Elementary teacher working with students in classroom
Master's
Elementary education
Stand out as an elementary school teacher.
Family and consumer sciences teacher working with students in classroom.
Master's
Family and consumer sciences emphasis
Have expertise in teaching FCS.
A reading teacher holding up a book in her classroom.
Master's
Literacy
Make a greater impact as a reading professional.

Looking for a different option?

Enhance your knowledge and training in less time with a graduate certificate. Certificates can also serve as a steppingstone toward a master's degree.

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Certificate
Explore graduate certificates
Gain specialized training and skills.

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Immersive academics

Advisement
Find academic help and guidance
Courses
Search departmental courses
Faculty office hours
Get the help you need this semester
Transfer credit
Bring college credit with you to MSU

Helping you succeed

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Scholarships and financial aid

Find support for your education

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Student opportunities and services

Get involved on and off campus

Dr. Amanda Benedict Chambers, professor in the School of Teaching, Learning and Developmental Sciences
Faculty and staff

Meet your department

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Facilities and Resources

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