Technical Education Degree
Bachelor Degree Program Technical Education
Rapid technological changes have generated strong demand for technical teachers in
Michigan. Graduates of the technical education degree program can expect excellent
career opportunities in industry, secondary and vocational education.
Technical skills and the training to teach them to others are a valuable combination
in education today. If you relate well to others and enjoy working with your hands
and mind, you are well suited for a worthwhile and rewarding career in technical education.
Advance Your Career with a Technical Education Degree
The Ferris State University technical education degree program provides a balanced
mix of courses in three major areas: professional education, field experience and
liberal arts education. About a third of the courses required for graduation from
the technical education degree program will be in the major's chosen field. Technical
education degree students also must complete technical education work experience.
A field experience in which technical education degree students work with young people
in public schools is required, along with a full-time directed teaching assignment
in a vocational/technical program at an area vocational center or high school.
Known for its technical, hands-on programs, Ferris State University offers technical
education students diverse opportunities including automotive, electronics, welding,
industrial and HVACR technology or computer assisted design and manufacturing.
High school students and transfer students with 29 credit hours or less must possess
a high school grade point average of 2.25 (on a 4.0 scale) or an ACT composite score
of 15. College students transferring into the technical education degree program with
30 credit hours or more must possess a 2.0 cumulative GPA. College students transferring
into the technical education degree program with completed majors or minors must have
the appropriate GPA as established by each department. Consult the technical education
degree program description for other admission requirements.
Admission to the Technical Education Degree Program requires the completion of one
of the following:
- 1. An A.A.S. Degree with at least 40 semester hours in the occupational major and
a minimum grade point average of 2.50 in the major courses.
OR
- 2. Occupational competence documented by the Michigan Occupational Competency Assessment
Center (MOCAC).
The technical education degree program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree through
the School of Education, College of Education & Human Services. Graduates of the technical
education degree program must complete all of FSU's general education, technical,
and education requirements. Professional education requirements include a semester
of directed student teaching. Consult technical education degree program description
for other technical education graduation requirements.
College of Education & Human Services
Technical Education
Ferris State University
Bishop Hall Room 421
1349 Cramer Circle
Big Rapids, Michigan MI (USA) 49307-2737
Phone: 231-591-5361
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About Ferris State University: College classes including our Technical Education degree program, are taught at all
levels by professional teachers, not graduate assistants. College students that major
in Technical Education at Ferris State University, study in more than 170 different
college educational programs - including doctorate degrees, masters degrees, bachelors
degree Technical Education and associate degree Technical Education programs.
Seven of the Ferris State Michigan colleges are based in Big Rapids, Michigan - Allied
Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Education and Human Services,
Optometry, Pharmacy and Technology. The Ferris State College of Professional and Technological
studies, and Kendall College of Art and Design are based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
College courses in Technical Education are sometimes offered at several Michigan College
campus sites through the Ferris State University College of Professional and Technological
Studies.
Ferris State University offers a wide variety of scholarships and financial aid. A
majority of our students receive financial aid assistance. We encourage you to explore
this website for more information on available scholarships and financial aid opportunities
at Ferris State University. Ferris State provides all enrolled students access to
a variety of academic skill-building opportunities that will assist them in their
pursuit of academic excellence in a format that accommodates various learning preferences
and schedules. At FSU students experience small classes with individual attention
in 170 career-oriented majors leading to job placement for our graduates. FSU students
also enjoy 220 student organizations for fun in a relaxed, hometown setting in the
heart of Michigan's recreation area.
The group presentation, by one of our admissions recruiters, includes information
on academic offerings, scholarships, housing, student life, and costs. A question
and answer period follows the presentation and includes a few surprises! Lunch is
provided at one of our well known dining facilities on campus. After lunch, guests
may take part in a walking tour of campus led by one of our exceptional student guides.
The walking tour takes approximately 1 hour.
If you would like more information on Technical Education Degree or would like to
talk with or visit our campus in Big Rapids, Michigan contact us.
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