Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education – Social Sciences
Become a Licensed Middle School Teacher with Liberty’s B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences
Does the idea of being a positive role model and helping middle school students reach their full potential excite you? Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education – Social Sciences can prepare you to become a licensed middle school teacher in the state of Virginia.*
This program will help you gain the knowledge and practical skills you’ll need to teach economics, American history, world history, and other social issues topics to 6th-8th grade students. You’ll also learn how to address diverse learning styles and create an engaging learning environment.
In this program, you can sharpen your skills by completing 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching within a real classroom setting. You’ll also study under faculty who have years of experience and are dedicated to helping you as you pursue licensure.
The time children spend in middle school is critical — it shapes the rest of their education and can influence their future careers. Become a positive influence and learn to guide your students both academically and spiritually.
Not interested in licensure? Check out our bachelor’s degree in elementary education interdisciplinary studies!
*If you are planning to pursue licensure in another state, please review the reciprocity of Virginia teaching licensure with your state’s Department of Education requirements. You can research your state’s licensure requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/
What Will You Study in Our Bachelor of Education in Middle Education – Social Sciences Online Degree?
- Foundational knowledge in history, English, math, and science
- New theories in teaching middle grade classes
- Psychological principles used to assess students
- Classroom management skills
By specializing in social sciences, you will study American history, economics, and the interaction of the West with selected world civilizations. Additionally, your practicum and student teaching hours will ensure that you gain plenty of real-life classroom teaching experience prior to graduation.
Career Opportunities for B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences Graduates
- Education ministry director
- K-12 curriculum coordinator
- K-12 education consultant
- Middle school history teacher
- Middle school social sciences teacher
Benefits of Our B.Ed. in Middle Education Degree
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 online B.Ed. in Middle Education – Social Sciences degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- 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!
- Pursuing our online Bachelor of Education licensure-tracks may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
- This is one of the only licensure programs in the nation that is 100% online!
- You can complete this Bachelor of Education program in as little as 3.5 years!
- You will develop age-appropriate classroom management skills and an understanding of middle education research to ensure that you are aware of the latest best practices and research associated with teaching adolescents.
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching before you graduate.
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
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
CAEP
