The early childhood, elementary, secondary, and special education programs have produced effective teachers for more than two decades. Students can receive certification to teach in 26 states upon successful completion of our program. As a liberal arts college, Converse builds its education programs on a broad study of the liberal arts. The College offers a wide variety of teacher education programs and practical experience in the classroom before student teaching. In addition, Converse College offers the only deaf and hard of hearing education program in the State of South Carolina.
Converse has a wide variety of education programs available.
You will learn what it takes to be an effective teacher. You will also have the opportunity to observe and work with teachers and students with our practicum classes in the public schools. A good way for you to be sure that education is your best career choice is to talk with the program director or Department Chair. You will also want to visit a local school during your freshman year. The Director of Clinical Experiences will assist you in securing the observations.