Education
Education Information Session
Have a passion for young minds and a desire to impact the future? High-demand careers are waiting for YOU! Many students choose Ridgewater for its educational excellence, and online flexibility. Learn about the new and expanded education options and available scholarships.
- Early Childhood Education Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Transfer Pathway AS Degree – now fully online!
- Early Childhood Special Education Certificate
- Education Foundations Certificate
- Elementary Education Foundations Transfer Pathway AS Degree
- Special Education Transfer Pathway AS Degree
Wednesday | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Virtual on Zoom | October 9
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Info Session RSVP – October 9
Minnesota Education Facts
Teachers nurture others to grow to reach their potential. It’s their helping nature. According to a Minnesota Department of Education report, Minnesota currently faces a shortage of educators, especially in sciences, math, and small school districts. That shortage is expected to continue, so you feel that calling to educate, expect great job placement!
Source: www.mn.gov
Ridgewater College’s Role
Ridgewater College is home to Minnesota’s original and most successful post-secondary training program for educational assistants in education or special education. If you strive to earn a bachelor’s degree to lead the classroom atmosphere, Ridgewater also offers a solid start. Complete your first two years of a four-year degree in either Early Childhood Education or Agricultural Science and Technology. Make a difference in young minds who so need positive role models like you!
Ridgewater offers a variety of degrees and certificates that will allow you to get started on a career education. A great educator will change lives for years to come. Begin your impact at Ridgewater College! You decide the path you want to take, we will help you get there. Not sure which direction to go, we can help you determine the right fit for you.
