School of Education

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Preparing teachers for over a century
The Millicent Atkins School of Education builds on Northern's rich history as a teaching college to develop the next generation of caring, innovative teachers.

Knowledge is key to turning students into teachers. So is experience. At Northern, you’ll receive training and hands-on experience using the latest in classroom technology. High-quality instruction is coupled with hands-on opportunities for internships, lab experiences and service to the community.

The School of Education also partners with the nearby South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired for numerous educational opportunities. This unique partnership will expand even further thanks to the Educational Impact Campaign, which will result in projects including a brand new SDSBVI facility. Read more here!




Degrees
Elementary Education
Elementary Education
Create lessons that actively involve your students and address a wide variety of learning styles.
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Secondary Education
Secondary Education
Create lessons that actively involve your students and address a wide variety of learning styles.
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Physical Education
Physical Education (BSEd)
Train to promote physical literacy, to be an exceptional physical educator, and learn skills specific to the gymnasium.
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Psychology
Psychology
Study of many psychological sciences, ranging from the academic rigor of the scientific method to the development of theoretical perspectives and sound scientific philosophies.
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Special Education
Special Education
Create lessons that support students with diverse learning needs in a variety of settings.
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Human Performance
Human Performance and Fitness
Build a strong science foundation and enhance the teaching and training in the clinical and applied aspects of exercise physiology.
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Sport Marketing and Administration
Sport Marketing and Administration
Be involved with numerous hands-on learning experiences in the athletics field, in addition to a practicum and internship.
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Teaching Endorsements
Teaching Endorsements
Twenty teaching endorsements are available, including drivers education and coaching.
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Certificates
Certificates
Fourteen certificates and four certifications are available in various areas.
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Minors
Minors
Northern offers 49 different minors.
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Community Engagement

The Millicent Atkins School of Education is proud of its rich heritage of community engagement and involvement. 

Workshops
Reading Clinic
Rural Student Teaching Program
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Real World Experiences
Real World Experiences
We encourage you to seek out internship opportunities. The Office of Field Services coordinates all practicums and student teaching experiences.
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Clubs and Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
NSU has numerous clubs and organizations that will engage you with the campus and community. Check out how you can become involved at NSU!
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Education Scholarships
Education Scholarships
NSU provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for new and current students.
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Performance and Fitness Lab
Performance/Fitness Lab
The Nora Staael Evert Human Performance and Fitness Lab provides opportunities for exercise science research, training and assessments.
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Education in the News

May 30, 2019

May 30, 2019
NSU 2018 alum Miranda Ristau to receive NCAA Graduate Scholarship

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University alum Miranda Ristau recently received a $10,000 scholarship from the NCAA Pos

May 28, 2019

May 28, 2019
Northern State University sees increase in study abroad numbers

ABERDEEN, S.D.

May 23, 2019

May 23, 2019
NSU’s Lexi Lockhart accepted into year-long Disney internship program

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University 2019 graduate and communication studies major Lexi Lockhart has recently been accepted into a yearlong internship with Disney, where she