The Elementary Education program builds on the most current body of knowledge of best practice and practical expertise (theory and practice) relevant in teaching grades K-6. The program is designed for candidates who have a baccalaureate K-6 teaching license or who will receive a K-6 teaching license before the end of the first term of graduate enrollment. The program requires comprehensive examinations and 36 semester hours (i.e., professional core, instructional courses, and a capstone thesis or product of learning experience). Candidates who are in the process of developing their portfolios for National Board Certification may continue and complete this work toward satisfying requirements for EDU 595 and EDU 596. Completion of the program leads to graduate level licensure.