College of Education
Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Education
Turn a subject you love into a teaching career. Combine education and content-area study with classroom experience beginning in your first year to prepare for teaching grades 7–12.
Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Education at Findlay
Why study Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Education at Findlay?
Prepare to teach a chosen subject in grades 7–12 through Findlay’s Adolescent Young Adult Education program. Coursework in education and your content area is paired with early classroom experience.
- Choose a teaching field. Explore language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, or life science pathways.
- Practice throughout the degree. Field placements begin in the first year and build toward a 16-week student-teaching placement.
- Explore another route. If you already hold a bachelor’s degree, consider Findlay’s AYA Post-baccalaureate Licensure option.
Findlay’s licensure programs meet Ohio requirements. For another state, confirm eligibility with its education department and review Licensure Programs State Authorization information.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Education by the Numbers
120+
Required credits
Listed for the Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Education program.
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At a Glance
College
College of Education
Degree
Bachelor’s Degree in Adolescent Young Adult Education
Format
On-Campus
Required credits
120+ Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Bachelor’s degree in AYA Education must complete the following curriculum.
For specific program offerings, the curriculum consists of required courses. View the full curriculum for each program in the University of Findlay Undergraduate Catalog.
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Hands-On Experience
Candidates receive field placement each year of their program. This experience begins with a whole class experience freshman year, six-week half-day placement sophomore year, six-week all day placement junior year, and a full 16-week placement for student teaching.
Additional experiences with students occur through our Clubhouse program for literacy and math, volunteer work at the Children’s Museum, field experience during History Comes Alive with the Hancock Park District and much more!
beyond graduation
Careers
Findlay’s Adolescent Young Adult Education program prepares students to teach a chosen subject in grades 7–12. Teaching assignments depend on the subject area and state licensure requirements.
- Middle school subject-area teacher
- High school subject-area teacher
- Private school subject-area teacher
- Subject-area tutor or youth program instructor
Explore related occupations and typical entry requirements in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for high school teachers and middle school teachers.
TESTIMONIALS
The Oiler Experience
Hear directly from students about their experience
at the University of Findlay.
“My time at the University of Findlay has been incredibly meaningful with field experiences built into all four years of college that have helped prepare me for the classroom. With the support of faculty, staff, and my peers, I was able to build valued connections and develop the real-world skills I need to succeed as a student and future educator. The welcoming atmosphere created a sense of belonging that made my time at UF all the more rewarding. I have felt supported every step of the way to my future career, both academically and personally. “
financial aid
Cost of Education
Students can earn endowed scholarships in addition to their merit scholarships during their time at Findlay.
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Accreditation
University of Findlay’s College of Education is accredited by recognized regional and national bodies, ensuring your degree holds weight with employers and institutions nationwide. The College of Education holds national accreditation through CAEP.
Accreditation status is reviewed on a regular basis. For the most current accreditation information, visit the University of Findlay Accreditation page.
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