Inspire the Next Generation of Learners
Shape the Future of Education
Whether you dream of leading a classroom of young learners or inspiring middle and high school students, ACU’s education programs give you the skills, mentorship, and credentials to make it happen. Here’s why future teachers choose ACU:
- Earn Arizona state teaching certification plus Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) certification for global teaching opportunities
- Small class sizes with one-on-one mentorship from faculty averaging 20+ years of classroom experience
- Hands-on learning through real classroom experience starting your first year
- Flexible career paths in public, private, charter schools, or nonprofit organizations
- Supportive, close-knit community to help you grow as an educator and leader
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Whether you're called to teach younger students or ready to impact middle and high school classrooms, ACU’s education degrees combine practical training with personal mentorship to launch your teaching career.
Career paths with ACU’s Education Programs
Graduates who meet the requirements of the education programs are prepared to:
- Teach kindergarten-8th grade (Elementary Education B.S.) or grades 6-12 (Secondary Education) at a charter, private, or public school.
- Teach in Christian schools in the United States and all over the world because of their ACSI Certification.
- Obtain master’s degrees in leadership, curriculum and instruction, administration, special education, or in their content area.
- Work with children in various church, parachurch, and nonprofit organizations
Choose Your Path:
Elementary vs. Secondary Education
“I enrolled at ACU—where I found a team that supported me every step of the way. As a veteran and now a graduate, I can confidently say ACU was part of God’s plan to equip me for His purpose. If He’s calling you, trust Him. ACU will meet you where you are and help you fulfill His calling."
— Devon W., ACU Online Graduate
Elementary Education (B.S.)
- Teaches grades K–8
- Focus on reading, math, science, language arts, and social studies
- Includes training in early childhood education
- Emphasis on child development and hands-on classroom readiness
- Leads to Arizona certification + ACSI certification for global teaching opportunities
Secondary Education (B.S. - Certified)
- Teaches grades 6–12 in a specific subject area
- Focus on subject mastery and adolescent learning
- Includes in-depth content-area training (e.g. Math, Science and History)
- Strong emphasis on mentoring and real-world classroom experience
- Leads to Arizona certification + ACSI certification for global teaching opportunities.
What Both Programs Have in Common
ACU’s education degrees prepare future teachers through small class sizes, experienced faculty, and a supportive Christian community.
Both programs offer:
- Certification-readiness in Arizona
- ACSI certification to teach in Christian schools globally
- Personal mentorship from experienced educators (20+ years avg. experience)
- Student teaching placements with ongoing faculty guidance
- A curriculum that blends research-based methods with practical classroom training
- Opportunities to work in private, public, or charter schools as well as nonprofit and ministry settings
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