B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science?

• Behavioral and individual differences in students
• Classroom teaching
• 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 gaining professional development skills to help you succeed in any field as well as specifics on scientific concepts and teaching adolescents. Our program prepares you with subjects like communication, mathematics, and biblical principles that can be used in your professional and personal life. You’ll dive into curriculum development, student teaching, and science courses that can prepare you to become a middle school science teacher.

Potential Careers for B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science Graduates

• K-12 curriculum coordinator
• K-12 education consultant
• Middle school science teacher
• Private school teacher
• Teacher’s aide
• Tutor

Benefits of Pursuing Your B.Ed. in Middle Education – Science with Liberty University

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.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
• 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.*
• Complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
• Observe and teach in a variety of school settings with your required practicum and student teaching hours.
• 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 Middle Education – 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. You can research your state licensure requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/MESI-BED-D/

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