CSEL
Instructional Foundations, BA
Need Help Enrolling in Courses?
Course Permission Request Form
This degree program is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to have a background in instructional pedagogy, but who do not wish to complete the requirements for teaching certification. Students who complete the program will be prepared to work in settings that require expertise in the foundations of education, such as training programs in business and industry, service programs at educational institutions, private child care facilities, etc.
The student will select a focus area, which must be approved by the department. The focus area will be a cohesive set of courses, which will be designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to take a leadership role in an education-related organization. The Practicum will be done in the focus area after all other course work is completed.
Program Admission Requirements
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Completion of each of the following with a grade of C or higher. ENG 101 ENG 102 MATH 101, 153, 154, 164, 170, or 172. MATH 101, 153, 154, 164, 170, or 172.
| Instructional | Foundations |
|---|---|
| PSY 314 | 4 |
| EFC 250 | 4 |
| EFC 315 | 3 |
| EFC 320 | 3 |
| EFC 330 | 3 |
| EFC 340 | 3 |
| EFC 416 | 3 |
| ENG 310 | 4 |
| Dept. Approved Focus Area | 19 |
| EDCS 492 | 15 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
Students must achieve a grade of C or better in all courses in the major, and must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher in the major in order to graduate.
Apply to Instructional Foundations Major | Advising Sheet | Department Approved Elective Form
Should you have further questions, please contact us at CSEL@cwu.edu.
CWU News
Middle school students develop professional skills at Amazing Shake event
February 25, 2026 by Marketing and Communications
$4 million federal grant aimed at helping with school psychologist shortage
February 25, 2026 by Marketing and Communications