Program Details
BA in Teaching Licensure in English Grades 6-12 (VA)
Bachelor of ArtsAverett University
The Department of Language, Literature, and Culture (LLC) (formerly English) at Averett University engages students in languages, cultures, writing, and a wide range of media, both in the classroom and in the community. The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree to students in English, English/History, English/History (Pre-Law), English/Theatre, or Modern Language and Culture. Majors within the LLC department are required, as part of earning the Bachelor of Arts, to complete a language sequence through the 203 level. The Department also offers minors in African and African-American Studies, English, French, and Spanish
Outcomes
The selection of required and suggested courses ensures that students completing a major in the LLC department are proficient in their use of written language, have good analytical skills, are careful readers, and have a strong background in the major texts and movements. While many of Averett's LLC majors elect to teach in secondary schools, others pursue advanced degrees in law, business, and graduate schools, and many go into journalism or business-related fields such as public relations or advertising.
Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Requirement Notes | Program Requirement Notes Students must go through a secondary admitttance into the education program: Students wishing to pursue an initial teaching licensure must be admitted to the program of professional studies in education (Teacher Education Program). Students seeking such admission must have a grade point average of 3.00, 3 letters of recommendation, and complete the following: Averett University Academic Catalog 2023 – 2024 pg. 125 • Program Application • ED 290, Foundations of Education • PSY 205, Developmental Psychology • ED 180, Earth Science/Geography for Educators (Elem. & Secondary History only) • Virginia Communication and Literary Assessment (VCLA) |
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Program Credit Requirements

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements

There are no Applicable Admission Agreements for the Program.
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | If student has earned an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science from the community college setting, it will be accepted for transfer credit. Ds will be awarded transfer credit, except for a D in ENG111. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students who complete an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science through dual enrollment credits are treated as first time freshman but have the same rights and privileges of transfer direct from the community college setting. If student has earned an Associate Degree, Ds will be awarded transfer credit, except for a D in ENG111. |
Credit for Prior Learning | Averett accepts CLEP, DANTES, AP, IB and Cambridge credits for students who meet specified scores. Students also have an option to complete a Portfolio course to request consideration to earn University credits for other prior learning. |
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College Level Information

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Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer

Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in English Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
University of Lynchburg | BA in English Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Arts in English with Secondary Education Endorsement | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bridgewater College | English Major - BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in English Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | English Teacher Preparation (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Regent University | B.Ed. in Secondary English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Education | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

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25-1081.00 | Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
25-1123.00 | English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
25-2022.00 | Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
Cost To Complete
