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Career & Technical Education: Technology

Prepare to teach hands-on technology and engineering courses in grades 5-12. Build technical knowledge and classroom experience while completing requirements for Illinois teacher licensure.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Credit Hours
120 Total, 80 in Major
Careers
School, Postsecondary
Career & Technical Education: Technology students at EIU

Why Study Career & Technical Education: Technology at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Career & Technical Education: Technology students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Career and Technical Education: Technology prepares students to teach hands-on technology, engineering and applied technical subjects in middle and high schools. Coursework connects technical content with curriculum development, instructional methods, assessment and the needs of diverse learners. Field experiences and student teaching prepare graduates to pursue Illinois teacher licensure in grades 5-12.

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$54,548
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Career/Technical Education Teachers,…
  • Career/Technical Education Teachers,…
  • Career/Technical Education Teachers,…
  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Gail Turner
Instructor, CTE Coordinator (TLF)
glturner@eiu.edu
2144 Buzzard
217-581-5728
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Stephen Lucas
Executive Director, Educator Preparation
selucas@eiu.edu
1417
217-581-5728
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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