Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Piedmont College prepares students for careers as elementary teachers. The program focuses on teaching students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through eighth grade, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

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Piedmont College

1235 15th St, Augusta, GA

Piedmont College is a nonprofit private institution located in Demorest, Georgia and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The United Church of Christ affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Piedmont College has a yearly student enrollment of about two thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Piedmont College offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Piedmont College. Scores in a range of 20 - 25 on the ACT or 920 - 1120 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of admission. This school admits roughly 60% of applicants. Of those applicants accepted, about 45% registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at piedmont.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $21,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. Some students at Piedmont College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Piedmont College is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.piedmont.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Piedmont College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, elementary school teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $54380

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).