Education

College of Social Sciences, Commerce, and Education 

All teacher education programs at Rockford University are firmly rooted in the liberal arts to provide a broad range of knowledge and practical experiences that will help students understand themselves, society, the natural world, and the world of arts and humanities. Students learn how individuals develop within the context of their social, economic, cultural, linguistic, and academic experiences. Further, students learn to identify and adjust for diverse characteristics and abilities of each student to create a positive learning environment, while reflecting upon and evaluating their own teaching skills.

To earn an Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Teaching License, students must complete all courses with a grade of C or higher in all education courses in their specific approved program (see below).