English Education Major
February 1, 2021 2025-06-11 12:09English Education Major
Teach Language and Literature
English Education Major
Prepare to teach English in middle and high schools.
Career-Ready Curriculum
Expertise
Bachelor of Arts in English Education
If you’re looking for a rewarding and inspiring career, consider studying English education at the University of Lynchburg. Our program combines a deep understanding of English language and literature analysis with teaching skills.
Our curriculum will prepare you to inspire young minds, promote critical thinking, and share a love of learning. Our experienced faculty will work closely with you in courses that will enrich your content knowledge, develop your teaching abilities, provide hands-on classroom experience, and teach you how to improve your students’ literacy skills.
Our program covers various topics and teaching approaches, including literature, writing, linguistics, and pedagogy. After graduating, you’ll be ready to enter the teaching profession and make a positive impact on diverse groups of learners. Upon completion, candidates can earn a teaching license for middle school and high school grade levels.
Curriculum and Resources
20234-25 Academic Year Information
Program requirements for the following can be found in the undergraduate catalog.
- English Education (BA)

As a Lynchburg English education student, you'll:
Recognized for Excellence by CAEP
The University of Lynchburg meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through content and pedagogy, clinical partnerships and practice, candidate recruitment, progression and support, program impact, and quality assurance and continuous improvement.
"I’ve always loved the atmosphere of a classroom, helping students learn and seeing them finally get that rush of excitement when they understand the material."
Undeniably Life-Changing Stories
Kiana Darby ’17, ’23 MEd
Alison Horton ’22
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Recognized for Excellence by CAEP
The University of Lynchburg meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through content and pedagogy, clinical partnerships and practice, candidate recruitment, progression and support, program impact, and quality assurance and continuous improvement.

Recognized for Excellence by CAEP
The University of Lynchburg meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through content and pedagogy, clinical partnerships and practice, candidate recruitment, progression and support, program impact, and quality assurance and continuous improvement.