Below is information about this local delivery site for Ferris State University
programs. This information includes the actual location of the classes, the
contact numbers for this site, the name of the people you can talk to, and the
list of programs available. If you have any other questions do not hesitate
to give us a call or drop us an email. We are eager to help you.
In addition to the programs at this location, be sure to check out
our online
programs as well. The list includes the MBA, MSN, and a BS in
HVACR.
This program is an excellent choice for students with a specialized associate 's degree, like business construction technology, legal assistance, retail fashion merchandising. It is also great for students with an associate's in business who would like to add technical or specialized training to their credentials.
The major in business administration professional track is designed to prepare individuals for the rapidly changing nature of the work environment in business, government and other nonprofit organizations. The program is designed to equip graduates for entry-level positions as well as advancement.
Building upon a core of business courses, the program features a tight sequence of major courses; however, the program also provides the flexibility to specialize in an area of for the student. Students with associate degrees in technical fields will find the program attractive for building a solid knowledge of business and management upon their technical expertise. The major is also valuable as preparation for law school, as well as for graduate studies in business.
Basic Admission Requirements:
To be admitted to this program you must have an associate’s degree with at least 24 semester credit hours of occupational specialty courses, and an overall GPA of 2.0 or better.
Choosing to complete your master's degree in Career and Technical Education
through Ferris is a smart move because it gives you the options you need to
meet your career goals. Plan your degree around one of the following specialties
(concentration availability varies by location):
Administrative
Concentration This option is designed for those seeking
educational administration background in order to qualify for a position
as principal, assistant principal or curriculum director. Students in
this option are required to take 15 credit hours of core education courses
and 18 credit hours of education requirements. NOTE: The Michigan Department
of Education currently does not offer any endorsement in this area.
Instructor
Concentration Designed primarily for vocational teachers
who want to further their teaching skills and competence and enhance
their subject-area expertise. Students in this option are required to
take 15-16 credits of core education courses, a 2-credit hour internship,
and 16 credit hours of education or subject-area electives.
Postsecondary
Administration Concentration Designed for persons seeking
a position as a postsecondary administrator (community college/university
coordinator or department head). Students in this option are required
to take 12-13 credits of core education courses and 20 credit hours of
education requirements.
Training & Development
Concentration Designed for persons who wish to work in the
training and development field in business or industry. Students in this
option are required to take 9-10 credits of core education courses, 19-20
credits of education requirements and 3 credits of content-area electives.
Criminal Justice Generalist Track- This program gives you a general education in criminal justice, but also lets you choose to focus on specific technical skills by enrolling in clusters of courses in the areas of forensic science, communications, accounting, computer information systems, human resource management, Spanish or social sciences. Coursework is designed to provide an understanding of criminal justice, while allowing you to obtain special work-related skills that will open opportunities in a variety of criminal justice agencies, or pursue the Bachelor of Science degree with the intent of pursuing further graduate or professional studies. Basic Admission Requirements
To be admitted to this program you must have an associate's degree (or be working toward one) and have completed 56 credit hours from an accredited college or university. An overall 2.0 cumulative grade point average is required, and you'll need to submit official transcripts from all accredited colleges/universities with your application.
Choosing to complete your master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction
through Ferris is a smart move because it gives you the options
you need to meet your career goals. Plan your degree around one
of the following specialties Note: Not all options available at all locations:
Administrative
Option - This option is designed for those seeking educational
administrative background in order to qualify for position as
principal, assistant principal or curriculum director. Students
in this option are required to take 15 credit hours of core education
courses and 18 credit hours of education requirements. NOTE: The
Michigan Department of Education currently does not offer any
endorsement in this area.
Subject
Area Option - This option will allow new teachers to complete
their 18-semester-hour planned program and earn a master’s
degree. It is designed primarily for teachers who want to further
develop their teaching skills and competence and to enhance their
subject area expertise. Students in this program are required
to take a 16-hour core of education courses and 6-10 hours of
education electives. In addition, they must take 6-10 hours at
the graduate level in their major, minor, or related field. Students
should consult their education and subject area advisor(s) for
recommended courses. A total of 32 hours is required for Subject
Area Option program completion.
Reading
Endorsement Option - This option is open to those already
holding teacher certification who wish to add a K-12 reading endorsement
and complete a master’s degree. The reading subject-area
test must be passed in order to qualify for the endorsement. Students
in this option must take 9 credit hours of core education courses
and 30 credit hours of required reading courses.
This program is standards-based, allowing teacher candidates to have two minors in addition to the planned program.
In addition to the core academic areas, the elementary education teacher candidates receive an excellent foundation in physical education and the fine arts. They learn to integrate physical education and the arts with the other core subjects and technology. All Ferris State University elementary education students also complete a required course, "Preventing Violence in Schools." Because Ferris State University has early placements in elementary schools, teacher candidates participate in more field-based experiences than teacher candidates at most other universities. Additionally, all professional courses have school-based experiences taught by instructional teams comprised of professors from the content disciplines, teacher educators, and expert K-12 teachers. These field-based experiences led by multi-disciplinary teams provide the teacher candidates with models of innovative teaching that connects theory, practice, and content in the subject areas.
The Human Resource Management certificate provides an opportunity for students in any major to gain knowledge and skills in dealing with people in the workplace.
Ferris State University offers an RN
to BSN program designed to give you options from day one. As you work toward
your degree, you'll choose the class location that best suits your needs, with
one day or evening a week schedules. Once you've earned your BSN, you'll be
able to choose from a variety of career paths, including enhanced patient care,
nursing management, staff development, education, lab research and administration.
Your education is designed to enhance your skills in such areas as family health,
community health and special populations health. Upon entering the BSN program,
you'll work with a cohort group through the entire program. With groups throughout
the state, you'll be sure to find one that's close to you.
Basic admission requirements: Ferris' BSN program is designed for associate
degree and diploma RNs who want to further their educational growth and development
and builds upon prior learning. To be eligible for the BSN program, applicants
must hold a Michigan registered nurse license. Prospective students must have
a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in the basic nursing program (ADN or
diploma) and in each of the biological and physical sciences.
Exploring new career options? Becoming a teacher may be easier
than you think. You can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Teacher
Education through Ferris State University without quitting your job and without
leaving town! Coupled with your work experience, your bachelor's degree in
education will give you an edge as you pursue teaching positions in high schools,
technical-vocational centers, alternative and magnet schools, tech-prep programs
and other non-traditional educational studies. This degree program also prepares
you to pursue a postgraduate degree in education or education administration.
Please note: In the student-teaching phase of the program, students may not
hold a job elsewhere. Basic Admission Requirements: To be
admitted to this program you must have an associate degree with at least 56
transferable semester credit hours (C or better) or 64 transferable semester
credit hours from an accredited college or university, with a 2.0 overall GPA.
If you have college credits, but not a degree, your course work will
be evaluated for credit on a course-by-course basis. Those with
no college credits may begin this degree program with a general
course of study at partner community colleges.
Ferris State University offers majors in the following area (availably
of majors and minors varies by location):
Ferris State University · The
University Center for Extended Learning
410 Oak Street, Alumni 113 · Big Rapids, MI 49307-2022
Phone: (231) 591-2340 Toll-free: (800)562-9130 Email: ucel@ferris.edu
