With Concentration in Education (For Education and Leadership)

The Bachelor of Science degree in Judaic Studies provides broad based preparation in the field of Judaic Studies at a more advanced level than the AS Degree. The Bachelor’s Degree is an applied degree. It is not intended as a formal theological program.

The core general education and computer literacy courses are foundational and are an important component of the program of study. Integral to the program is comprehensive knowledge of Jewish history, heritage, culture, and tradition, as well as the communication skills and methodologies necessary to function and work effectively with the Jewish community, including with those who are adolescents, disabled, elderly, and indigent.

Graduates with a concentration in Education, as well as Graduates with a concentration in Accounting and Business will be able to work successfully in a variety of settings including Jewish community organizations and associations, Jewish Day Schools, synagogues, community centers and agencies serving the needs of the general population. Likewise, they are prepared for positions such as Community Social Service and Administrative Managers at an educational or service organization that serves the Jewish or general community.

Graduates with a concentration in Education are prepared to be educational leaders and program administrators primarily at nonprofit organizations, including educational institutions, Jewish religious organizations, and social services organizations. In particular, they are also prepared for positions such as Early Childhood Teacher, Head Start Teacher, Pre-school Teacher, Teacher Assistant, Kindergarten Teacher, Elementary Teacher in Hebrew Day Schools, High School Teacher in Hebrew Day Schools, School Education Program Assistant or Coordinator, Judaic Studies Adult Education Teacher or program coordinator, Assistant Clergy, and Assistant to School Principal.

Completion of the Bachelor of Science Degree program with a concentration in Education does not qualify graduates to become certified teachers.