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Education and Social Sciences Programs
Whether you see yourself teaching a child to read, being an administrator, or a public servant, NOVA can help you find a career that benefits your community, that you can be proud of.
- Early Childhood Development
- Driver Education Instructor
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Public History and Historic Preservation
- Social Sciences
- Teacher Education Specialization
The curriculum is designed for individuals who seek employment involving the care and education of young children, or for those persons presently employed in these situations who wish to update and enhance their competencies. Occupational opportunities include program leaders, supervisors, and/or directors in child development programs.
This program is designed for students who wish to become qualified teachers of driver education or maintain qualifications in the state of Virginia.
Students learn to critically analyze power relationships in international relations, American politics, and state and local politics. They learn to appreciate the importance of civic engagement at all levels of governance.
This program is a flexible associate degree. For students who plan to transfer, the degree can parallel This curriculum is designed for students who plan to transfer to a college or university for a BS or B.A. degree in psychology.
This curriculum is designed for persons seeking to develop research, analytical, and field skills in historic preservation, archaeology, and museum studies sufficient for the student to continue or to participate in local community-based projects.
This program is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor of science in one of the social sciences. It also prepares students for some teacher certification programs.
This curriculum prepares students to transfer to a 4-year college or university teacher preparation program. It is specifically designed for students who plan to seek endorsement and licensure as teachers in PK-3, PK-6, middle school, or special education.