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Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Integrated Language Arts
In a world full of memes and 140-character maximums, you can help young adults make their voice heard in a well-constructed, creative way.
Overview
About the Program
In a world full of memes and 140-character maximums, you can help young adults make their voice heard in a well-constructed, creative way. Young people are full of ideas about the world around them, whether it’s a review of the latest movie or trend or an opinion about society, the government and the environment. Too often their voices go unheard because they don’t know how to express themselves effectively. With a degree in AYA Integrated Language Arts from the University of Findlay, you will learn the skills you need to help young people develop their communication, critical thinking, and creative skills.
University of Findlay’s Adolescent Young Adult Education program will prepare you for a career in teaching with the ability to double major in education and English.
If you have already graduated with a bachelor’s degree but are looking to become a teacher, check out our AYA Post-baccalaureate Licensure option.
Program
Highlights
At the University of Findlay, an education degree sets you up to make a real difference in schools and communities in grades 7-12 through AYA education.
100% Passage Rate on Ohio Assessments for Educators
Off-Campus Field Experience Beginning in Your First Year
Over four years of courses, students engage in over 1000 hours of fieldwork.
College
At a Glance
Hear from those who found their place here.
College
College of Education
Degree
Bachelor of Arts in AYA Integrated Language Arts
Format
On-Campus
Required credits
120+ Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Bachelor’s degree in AYA Integrated Language Arts must complete the following curriculum.
The curriculum consists of required courses grounded in literacy, rhetoric, and theory. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Undergraduate Catalog.
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. .”
opportunities
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!
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Accreditation
The College of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). All programs are built to address the standards of their specialized professional associations (SPA) and are aligned with the National Council of Teachers of English. Programs are approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
Accreditation status is reviewed on a regular basis. For the most current accreditation information, visit the University of Findlay Accreditation page.
