Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Science
Teach, Inspire, and Lead Young People Through Science by Earning a Bachelor’s in Education
Are you excited about science and training young minds for a bright future? If you are interested in taking your passion for science and using that passion to educate others, becoming a licensed teacher may be the right career choice for you. Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Science degree can prepare you with the knowledge, experience, and licensure you’ll need to become both an elementary teacher and a middle school science teacher.
Liberty’s B.Ed. in Elementary Education is one of only a few like it in the U.S. Through this program, you can complete the core competencies, student teaching, and practicum requirements necessary to earn your Virginia teaching license.
Liberty University offers detailed information about the educational requirements for licensure programs. To see if this program aligns with your state, you can research requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Science?
- Behavioral and individual differences in students
- Classroom teaching
- Elementary school curriculum and instruction
- How to help children from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their educational best
- How to teach literature to children and adolescents
- Middle school curriculum and instruction
- Scientific concepts in chemistry, biology, physics, environmental science, and more
Throughout your B.Ed. degree, you will be learning professional development to help you succeed in your field as well as specifics on teaching and scientific concepts. You can get a thorough background in educational theories and become equipped to deliver safe, creative, and fun classes. Our program prepares you with subjects like communication, mathematics, and biblical principles that can be used in your professional and personal life.
Potential Careers for B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Science Graduates
- Elementary school teacher
- K-6 curriculum coordinator
- K-6 education consultant
- Middle school science teacher
- Private school teacher
- Teacher’s aide
- Tutor
Benefits of the Online B.Ed. Program
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- This program is offered 100% online and is approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) for teacher preparation. This approval means that you can complete your teaching license without having to travel to a university campus.
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Graduate with licensure credentials to teach in the state of Virginia and other states through reciprocity.*
- Receive over 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
- Learn from professors who are professionals in the field of education and are dedicated to our mission of Training Champions for Christ.
- Complete your B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Science in less than 4 years!
- Pursuing our online licensure-track Bachelor of Education may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
*Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Bachelor of Education program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours

Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
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