Educational Studies, Minor
This minor is designed for those who desire to work with children, youth, and/or other groups in settings other than a traditional classroom. The minor in Educational Studies requires the completion of 19 hours of coursework. This minor is not open to Elementary Education majors or any other Licensure majors. Psychology majors and minors may only count a maximum of 6 credit hours in Psychology toward this minor.
Required coursework includes:
Minor and Minor-Related Courses
| EDU 300 | Field Experience | 1 |
| EDU 301 | Models of Classroom Management & Instruction | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Choose one of the following
| PSY 211 | Child Development | 3 |
| PSY 218 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| PSY 222 | Adult Development and Aging | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Choose one course that addresses learning for various populations
| EDU 221 | Introduction to Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| EDU 312 | Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners | 3 |
| PHR 235 | Group Facilitation | 3 |
| PHR 321 | Physical Education and Recreation for Special Populations | 3 |
| PSY 232 | Child Trauma and Resilience | 3 |
| PSY 324 | Child Poverty and Inequality | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Choose two electives in a focused area of interest
(6 credit hours)
| ASL 107 | History and Culture of the American Deaf Community | 3 |
| BUS 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| EDU 211 | Foundations of Environmental Education | 3 |
| EDU 321 | Disciplinary Literacy Methods | 3 |
| ENG 214 | Creative Writing: Fiction | 3 |
| HIS 248 | Appalachian Cultural and Social History | 3 |
| OST 215 | Natural Environments and Health | 3 |
| PHR 231 | Motor Development and Motor Learning | 3 |
| PHR 331 | Physical Education for Children | 3 |
| SLS 203 | Introduction to Nonprofit Management | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 19
*Some of these courses have pre-or co-requisites. Consult with your advisor prior to enrolling.