The college of Education and Integrative studies

Our Vision and Mission

Our mission as a college is to equip well-rounded students with a strong, foundational education that enables us to love God with our minds. Our goal is to prepare students to serve wherever God has called them.

Exceptional Student Opportunities

Students graduating with degrees in Education from Nelson are sought after by school districts in North Texas and across the world. Students graduating with degrees in English or History are uniquely prepared for the demands of graduate studies or the workforce, trained in critical thinking, reading, writing, and research. Specialties in Ancient Studies, History and Legal Studies, Creative Writing, and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages offer even more opportunities for students to combine their gifts and interests and their God-given callings with their future plans.

Accreditation

Nelson University’s Teacher Education Program is approved by the Texas Education Agency.

Your Journey Begins Here

With a focus on excellence in teaching, learning, and student development, our programs prepare future educators to inspire and empower students in diverse learning environments. Whether pursuing a degree in early childhood, elementary, secondary, or special education, Nelson University equips graduates with the skills, knowledge, and values needed to make a lasting impact in the field of education.

Degree Programs

Our degrees are flexible and allow for students to follow multiple interests. A degree in Interdisciplinary Studies especially allows for a fully customizable degree plan based on students’ interests and prior learning. The College of Education and Integrative Studies offers the following Associate and Bachelor degrees:

Degree Type	Degree Name
Associate Degrees	General Studies
	Education
	Social Studies
	English
	TESOL
Bachelor Degrees	Elementary Education
	English Language Arts & Reading Middle / Secondary
	Music All Levels
	Physical Education
	Social Studies / History Middle / Secondary
	Theatre Education
	Education (Pre-Professional)
	Interdisciplinary Studies
	History
	Ancient Studies
	History & Legal Studies
	English

Career Opportunities

This career field provides many different options in K-12, Higher Ed, Adult & Continuing Education, Government, and Non-Profit trajectories. Below is a list of the many different careers you could have in education.

A Range of Roles in K-12 and Higher Education

• Whereas the majority of individuals see education only as an opportunity to become a teacher, the field has expanded immensely. Within the context of the K-12 industry, in addition to the teaching positions, there is a need for such specialists as instructional coaches, curriculum developers, and technology coordinators who help maintain standards of education and develop innovative learning experiences for all learners.
• A career path in Higher Ed can lead to student services, academic advising, and administration. Specialists at these institutions play a crucial role in ensuring institutional development and student retention. The goal of these specialists is to make sure that students receive the proper guidance throughout their studies and achieve academic success.

Adult Education, Government, and Corporate Training

• In a world where the workforce never stops developing, the demand for educators who will be responsible for planning and conducting professional development programs for companies arises. Due to this, there is an interesting direction called Corporate Training, where teachers can use their skills for achieving business goals and help firms remain competitive by educating their workers.
• At the same time, state bodies and government institutions require education specialists to develop policies and conduct programs in such areas as literacy and civil service training. Thus, another important area to consider is that related to government work and education development within a community.

The Non-Profit and Global Sector

• Non-profit organizations offer a distinct opportunity to those who are mission-driven individuals. Educational professionals in the non-profit field typically deal with community outreach efforts, literacy programs funded by grants, or global development programs. This requires an extraordinary combination of both teaching skills and administrative skills, as the individuals must justify the effectiveness of their program to their audiences and funders.
• Regardless whether one works in a conventional school system or oversees educational programs at a global non-profit organization, a degree in education offers a great foundation to becoming a leader. This industry is known for its adaptability, which makes it a great choice for those interested in developing human knowledge.

K-12

• Elementary School Teacher
• Middle School Teacher
• High School Teacher
• Pre-school Teacher
• Child Care Center Worker
• Special Ed Teacher
• Principal
• School Counselor
• Missionary
• Professional Development Director
• Curriculum Director
• Curriculum Coach/Mentor
• Christian School Administrator

Higher Ed

• University Professor
• Community College Professor
• Researcher
• Student Affairs Manager
• Information & Library Services Director
• Program Director

Adult & Continuing Education

• English as a Second Language Teacher
• GED Preparation Coach
• Inservice Educator
• Leisure-oriented Educator
• Literacy Development Coach
• Professional Development Director
• Staff Development Director
• Business/Industry
  • Consultant
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Human Resources Director
  • Publisher & Technical Writer

Government

• Administrator
• Manager
• Planner
• Researcher
• Social Worker
• Writer

Non-Profit

• Teacher or Trainer
• Program Director
• Public Relations Director
• Administrator
• Fundraiser

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes information about occupational employment and wage estimates. This link takes you to information about the supply and demand on the teacher work force: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_tx.htm#25-0000

Resources

Nelson University provides many different program resources such as General Program Information, Educator Preparation Program Approval, Field Experience, Student Teaching, State Certification, and State and Federal Reports. View these resources by clicking the button below.