Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education
Become a Licensed Primary School Teacher with Liberty’s Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education
Do you enjoy working with children and helping them realize their full potential? Have you ever considered becoming a licensed teacher for public, private, or Christian school systems? Our Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education provides a pathway for you to obtain licensure to teach students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. With this degree, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and experience needed to gain professional credentials to prepare you for a meaningful career as a teacher.
By taking all of your general education courses in your first two years, you will have the foundational training you need to begin practicums and student teaching hours. Every B.Ed. faculty member is a trained teacher with years of experience, and they will help you each step of the way as you pursue licensure.
At Liberty, we incorporate our Christian foundation into all of our courses. You will be equipped with academic training that is based in Biblical principles. Earn a degree that prepares you to change lives as a teacher on the front lines – training the next generation.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
- The Educational Technology Lab provides students with resources, software, and equipment to help promote learning with technology.
- All of our faculty who oversee licensure courses have K-12 experience and a current teaching license.
- You will have the opportunity to do your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia, including the Washington D.C. public school system through our Washington Fellowship program.
What Will You Learn?
- Foundational knowledge in subjects like history, math, English, and science
- Psychological principles used to assess students and their progress
- How to prepare a curriculum and select appropriate learning materials for elementary students
This program has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education. Licensure requirements may vary by state. Please research your state’s licensure or reciprocity requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.
Career Options for B.Ed. in Elementary Education Graduates
- Christian school teacher
- Elementary school teacher
- K-12 curriculum coordinator
- K-12 education consultant
- Private school teacher
Practical Learning Opportunities for B.Ed. Students
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching before you graduate.
- Find the resources you need to promote learning through technology in our on-campus Educational Technology Lab.
- Your education professors have real-life experience teaching children and adolescents, and if they are overseeing practicum requirements, they will also have a current teaching license.
- You’ll have a variety of locations to choose from for your student teaching semester, including Washington, D.C.
- Pursuing our Bachelor of Education licensure tracks may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
CAEP
