51Ç鱨վ offers a Bachelor of Science degree in career and technical education with a major in technology education. Technology education is a critical shortage teaching area in Virginia for middle school and high school. Technology education is not just learning about computers or other communications devices such as cell phones. Technology education studies the human designed world and is closely tied to science education which studies the natural environment. The technology education program includes the study of technological systems, processes, and artifacts and most major courses contain laboratory activities to help students understand the tools, materials, and principles associated with medical, agricultural, biological, energy and power, communication, transportation, manufacturing, and construction technologies.
Program Highlights
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Institutional Member - ITEEA
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Military Courses Transfer
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#4 on the critical shortage teaching list in VA
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Technology education students enjoy the hands-on nature of this program because in order to learn about technology, students do technological activities.
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If students have a specialized technical major (AAS degree), these degrees help meet the technical content-general emphasis courses. Campus faculty can assist with all transfer questions.
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Teach occupational, career and technical, or vocational subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Teach occupational, career and technical, or vocational subjects at the secondary school level in public or private schools.
Plan, direct, or coordinate research, instructional, student administration and services, and other educational activities at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.
Requirements
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A high school GPA of 3.3 is recommended.
Transfer
At 51Ç鱨վ, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...
Licensure Information
Virginia Licensure
** You do not need three years of educational experience to apply to this program. However, to be eligible for an Administration and Supervision preK-12 license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you must have completed three years of successful, full-time experiences in a public or accredited nonpublic school in an instructional personnel position with licensure as a teacher or school counselor. 51Ç鱨վ's MSEd concentration in educational administration and supervision is approved by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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If you're seeking teacher licensure or endorsement in another state, we encourage you to check your state's requirements before you apply.
Cost
Estimated rates for the 2025-26 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Other fees are assessed for special services and certain academic programs. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending 51Ç鱨վ. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.
Transfer Articulation Agreements
To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to 51Ç鱨վ.
Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.
TEACH Grant
Students are eligible for the TEACH since technology education is a critical shortage teaching area.
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