Wayne State College

Addictions Counseling

Certificates of Advanced Studies in Counseling are offered to students and professionals who have been accepted and are completing coursework in a graduate counseling program or related field or have a completed graduate degree in counseling or a related field. This coursework is aimed at providing classes typically needed in addition to a graduate counseling degree for application towards Nebraska state licensure for drug and alcohol counseling.

Applied Human and Sport Physiology

The Applied Human and Sport Physiology major incorporates basic and applied science courses to provide students with a variety of educational experiences pertaining to orthopedics, sports medicine, and allied health. The program of study is designed to prepare students for graduate programs, advanced study, and careers in athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic medicine, physician assistant, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and kinesiology.

Art

The Department of Art and Design is dedicated to developing and expanding students' intellectual, aesthetic, and creative development through its commitment to high standards and quality programs in Art Education, Graphic Design, and Studio Art.

Art Education (PK-12)

The Department of Art and Design is dedicated to developing and expanding students' intellectual, aesthetic, and creative development through its commitment to high standards and quality programs.

Biology Education (7-12)

Business Administration

The objective of the degree program is to provide a solid foundation in business practices and policies. This foundation will enable students to secure and advance more rapidly in positions of responsibility and leadership in business, industry, and government.

Business Administration

The Business Administration program is a professional graduate degree designed primarily to provide an educational experience for students who wish to assume positions of increasing responsibility in business. The Business Administration curriculum consists of two major components. The first component is described as "Common Body of Knowledge" (CBK) courses. This group of courses includes an introductory level course in each functional area of business.

Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (6-12)

Students planning to teach business, marketing, and information technology subjects in Grades 6-12 should pursue the bachelor's degree with the 48-hour Business, Marketing, and Information Technology (BMIT) field endorsement. Students wishing to meet the requirements to teach in reimbursable Career and Technical education programs must pursue the BMIT field endorsement. These candidates are automatically eligible for the supplemental endorsement in Work-Based Learning.

Chemistry

The offerings in Chemistry are for those students desiring a combination of scientific and professional knowledge that will assist them in rendering a service to the world in which science is of fundamental importance. The courses are basic to pre-professional areas and to careers in science such as product development, quality assurance, and manufacturing support or health professions such as medicine and pharmacy.

Chemistry Education (7-12)

Communication Studies

The Communication Studies program prepares students for careers in corporate and community settings, education, healthcare, public relations, organizational leadership, civic leadership, organizational consulting, law, ministry, speech pathology, politics, theatre, performance, technical theatre production, and public service.

Communication Studies (Non-comprehensive Major)

The Communication Studies program prepares students for careers in corporate and community settings, education, healthcare, public relations, organizational leadership, civic leadership, organizational consulting, law, ministry, speech pathology, politics, theatre, performance, technical theatre production, and public service.

Computer Information Systems

The Computer Information Systems major provides a foundation of computing and associated skills, then adds specialized theory and skill set development in the concentration the student has selected. Students are prepared to keep pace with changes in information technologies and the organizations where those technologies are employed. Students will develop an understanding of the field, how to work independently and in groups within that field, and how to maintain professional relevance.

Computer Science

The Computer Science major provides the foundational principles and concepts of computer science and mathematics essential for undergraduate study and beyond.

Counseling

The Counseling program's focus is to cultivate a range of competencies, including advanced counseling techniques, ethical decision-making, and cultural competence. Graduates are equipped to embark on fulfilling careers in diverse settings, ranging from clinical practices to educational institutions.

Counseling/School Counseling (PK-12)

The Counseling program's focus is to cultivate a range of competencies, including advanced counseling techniques, ethical decision-making, and cultural competence. Graduates are equipped to embark on fulfilling careers in diverse settings, ranging from clinical practices to educational institutions.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program is designed to provide students with the necessary practical knowledge and skills for careers in the Criminal Justice field. Students will study and apply the theoretical basis for understanding the legal, economic, political, and social environments in which the criminal justice system functions. Students interested in a degree in criminal justice often have a desire to serve their community in meaningful ways and at the same time uphold the law.

Curriculum and Instruction - Instructional Leadership

The School of Education and Behavioral Sciences at WSC offers a MSE in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) - Instructional Leadership degree to meet the needs of diverse groups of graduate students. While the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences assumes that most candidates for this degree come from the ranks of professional educators, individuals not holding teaching credentials may be considered for admission to a program provided they meet all admission criteria.

Early Childhood and Family Studies

The Early Childhood and Family Studies program prepares students to work with young children and their families in children's care and education settings. Students take early childhood and special education courses as well as a number of family and consumer science courses. Those pursuing this program become skilled in working with young children and administering early childhood programs.

Early Childhood Inclusive Education (B-3)

The Birth - Grade 3 Early Childhood Education Field Endorsement is an education preparation program within the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (EBS) and is governed by all requirements established and set forth by the School. This field endorsement serves to develop the knowledge, understanding, skills, and competencies for teaching infants, as well as children through grade 3.

Elementary Education (K-6)

The K-6 Elementary Education Field Endorsement is an educator preparation program within the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (EBS) and is governed by all requirements established and set forth by the School. This field endorsement serves to develop the knowledge, understanding, skills, and competencies for teaching children in grades K-6 or K-8 self-contained classrooms.

Engineering Technology

The offerings in the Engineering Technology major focus on the career track for a student becoming an engineering technologist. The engineering technologist is a specialist devoted to the practical applications of implementing existing technology within an industry. Technologists often work with engineers in a wide variety of technology projects and improvements.

English

Our mission is to provide our students with tools and opportunities to be highly literate, broadly educated graduates who are able to think critically, make informed decisions, and express themselves creatively. Students will appreciate the complexity of language, know how to communicate in speech and writing, and understand and value literature.

English Language Arts Education (6-12)

A person with this endorsement may teach and direct curricular and co-curricular activities in composition, language, literature, speech, theatre, mass communication, journalism, and reading in grades 6 through 12. This endorsement requires 54 credit hours in journalism, language, literature, mass communication, reading, speech, theatre, and writing.

English Writing and Literature

Our mission is to provide our students with tools and opportunities to be highly literate, broadly educated graduates who are able to think critically, make informed decisions, and express themselves creatively. Students will appreciate the complexity of language, know how to communicate in speech and writing, and understand and value literature.

Exercise Science

Exercise Science is a comprehensive undergraduate major providing students with a broad exposure to basic and applied sciences of health and exercise. Students will gain knowledge and skill sets to support successful employment, meet requirements for professional certifications, or pursue graduate studies in a variety of exercise, fitness, and allied health settings and professions.

Family and Consumer Sciences

Students in this program work towards a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences with a concentration in Family and Consumer Sciences, Family and Consumer Sciences Occupational (Field Endorsement), or Foods and Nutrition. Program graduates may be employed in a wide variety of settings including non-profit agencies, businesses, and education.

Family and Consumer Sciences Occupational Education (6-12)

Students planning to teach family and consumer sciences subjects in secondary schools (grades 6-12) should work toward the field endorsement in Family and Consumer Sciences Occupational. Students will take a variety of classes in the different areas of Family and Consumer Sciences to prepare for a career in educational settings.

Geography Education (6-12)

The study of Geography focuses on the study of the natural and human systems of the earth as well as the interconnectedness of its physical, political, economic, and cultural development. The 6-12 Geography Subject Endorsement is designed to prepare students for teaching careers at the junior and senior high school levels.

Health and Physical Education (PK-12)

The program of study for a Field Endorsement in PK-12 Health and Physical Education is designed to provide students with opportunities to develop basic knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for careers in health, physical education, recreation, athletics, coaching, and sport management.

History Education (6-12)

History is a field of study designed to help the student understand something of human nature through an understanding of the past. The 6-12 History Subject Endorsement is designed to prepare students for teaching careers at the junior and senior high school levels.

Human Resources

Tailored for working professionals and graduate students, this certificate enables participants to enhance their skills across various industries, particularly in areas like organizational development, strategic management, and team dynamics.

Human Services

Human Services is a baccalaureate degree program, housed in the Counseling Department, designed to prepare undergraduate students to work in the helping professions. The program is built on a strong foundation of psychology and sociology to develop understanding of individuals and the influence of social interaction. Human Services theory and skills enable students to work with people toward functional ways of meeting their needs. The program is based on the philosophy of empowerment of clients.

Industrial Technology

The offerings in the Industrial Technology major are provided for the student preparing for a career in business and industry. Students who are planning on a career in business or industry should consider one of the four concentrations available: Construction Management, Drafting and Design, Manufacturing Management, and Safety Management.

Intercultural Workplace Communication

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Interdisciplinary Studies major is designed to provide the maximum flexibility for the student in determining the content of his or her degree program. This major is constructed by the student and advisor. Interdisciplinary Studies majors are not necessarily professionally-oriented or career-oriented degree programs. However, a program must emphasize a clearly defined area, body of thought, or educational goal.

Interdisciplinary Studies

A degree in Interdisciplinary Studies provides maximum flexibility for the student in determining the content of their degree program. A Program of Study is constructed by the student and advisor, in the interest of helping the student reach their professional goals. An Interdisciplinary Studies Program of Study must emphasize a clearly defined area, body of thought, or educational goal.

Leadership

Tailored for working professionals and graduate students, this certificate enables participants to enhance their skills across various industries, particularly in areas like organizational development, strategic management, and team dynamics.

Life Sciences

The Life Sciences/Biology major offers courses to students preparing for further study in medicine, dentistry, nursing, physical or occupational therapy, medical laboratory science, mortuary science, respiratory therapy, and other allied health science fields. The Life Sciences/Biology major provides students with career choices in biotechnology, wildlife management, public health, agronomic industry, organismal biology, environmental biology, or biology education.

Mass Communication

The Mass Communication program instills knowledge of professional standards and social responsibilities for careers in the areas of print, broadcast, film, and online communications.

Mass Communication (Non-comprehensive Major)

The Mass Communication program instills knowledge of professional standards and social responsibilities for careers in the areas of print, broadcast, film, and online communications.

Mathematics

The Mathematics program is intended for those students who desire to pursue advanced studies in mathematics, or apply mathematics in a technical field. A mathematics degree will prepare students for careers in a variety of fields including data analytics, actuarial science, business, physics, chemistry, computer science, economics, engineering, and social science.

Mathematics Education (6-12)

The Mathematics 6-12 Field Endorsement program is intended for those students who desire to teach 6-12 mathematics. Students will take courses in mathematics and in education, spending time in 6-12 classrooms developing their teaching skills. Upon graduation, students have the option to teach in a 6-12 classroom or pursue advanced studies in mathematics.

Middle Level Education (5-9)

The 5-9 Middle Level Education Subject Endorsement is an educator preparation program within the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (EBS) and is governed by all requirements established and set forth by the School. This subject endorsement serves to develop the knowledge, understanding, skills, and competencies for teaching children in classrooms in grades 5-9 in the selected content area(s).

Music

Students can choose an emphasis within the Music major of General Music, Music Industry or Music Performance. General Music provides students with a broad background in music, while allowing advanced study in a specific area of interest in music. Students with an interest in composition or music history are especially likely to use this degree.

Music (Vocal and Instrumental) Education (PK-12)

One Health Studies

One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals, and ecosystems." (WHO One Health). The One Health Studies major combines an intentionally interdisciplinary core of diverse health, environmental, and social science foundations, and allows students to select one of four concentrations. The program equips students with holistic knowledge, skills, and collaborative aptitudes for diverse professions or post-graduate studies.

Organizational Management

The Organizational Management program is designed to serve the needs of the WSC students by providing a master's level education designed to prepare individuals for management, administrative, supervisory, or leadership positions within corporate, government, or not-for-profit settings. This degree program is offered by the Nebraska State College System with online courses available not only from WSC, but also from Chadron State College and Peru State College.

Physical Education (7-12)

The program of study for a Subject Endorsement in Physical Education 7-12 is designed to provide students with opportunities to develop basic knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for careers in health, physical education, recreation, athletics, coaching, and sport management applicable to middle and secondary students.

Physical Education (PK-6)

The program of study for a Subject Endorsement in Physical Education PK-6 is designed to provide students with opportunities to develop basic knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for careers in health, physical education, recreation, athletics, coaching, and sport management applicable to pre-school and elementary students.

Political Science Education (6-12)

Political Science involves the study of how societies are governed and the consequences of that activity. The 6-12 Political Science Subject Endorsement is designed to prepare students for teaching careers at the junior and senior high school levels.

Psychology

Psychology is the science that studies behavior and mental processes. The major in Psychology is designed to provide a broad foundation of knowledge to meet the needs of students entering the helping professions, graduate schools, and/or related areas.

Psychology Education (6-12)

The 6-12 Psychology Subject Endorsement is designed to provide a broad foundation of knowledge of behavior and mental processes for students who desire to teach 6-12 psychology. Students will take courses in psychology and education and develop their teaching skills through student teaching in 6-12 classrooms.

School Administration/Educational Leadership

This program prepares qualified students for leadership positions in education and meets the endorsement requirements for all general administrative and supervisory positions in Nebraska schools.

School Administration/Educational Leadership (6-12)

This program is designed to prepare the candidate for certification as a school principal, supervisor, department head, activities director, or similar administrative position. To become endorsed, the candidate must have two years of verified successful teaching experience and have completed the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) required human relations training and special education course requirements.

School Administration/Educational Leadership (PK-12)

This program is designed to prepare the candidate for certification as a school principal, supervisor, department head, activities director, or similar administrative position. To become endorsed, the candidate must have two years of verified successful teaching experience and have completed the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) required human relations training and special education course requirements.

School Administration/Educational Leadership (PK-8)

This program is designed to prepare the candidate for certification as a school principal, supervisor, department head, activities director, or similar administrative position. To become endorsed, the candidate must have two years of verified successful teaching experience and have completed the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) required human relations training and special education course requirements.

Science Education (7-12)

The Science 7-12 Field Endorsement program is for students who desire to teach any of the four disciplines of science (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics) to learners in grades 7-12.

Secondary English Education (6-12)

A person with this subject endorsement may teach and direct curricular and co-curricular activities in composition, language, literature, and reading in grades 6-12. This is a stand-alone subject endorsement.

Skilled and Technical Sciences Education (6-12)

Students planning to teach industrial technology subjects in schools' grades 6-12 should work toward the major in skilled and technical sciences field endorsement. Students will take a variety of classes in the different areas of Industrial Technology to prepare for a career in educational settings. Persons with this endorsement may teach Skilled and Technology Sciences Education and will be eligible for the Work-Based Learning Education supplemental endorsement.

Social Sciences

Social Sciences offers courses and programs of study designed to help the student understand the history and nature of human beings in a social context. These programs prepare students for a wide range of future careers and for advanced study in many post-graduate programs of study.

Social Sciences (Non-comprehensive Major)

Social Sciences offers courses and programs of study designed to help the student understand the history and nature of human beings in a social context. These programs prepare students for a wide range of future careers and for advanced study in many post-graduate programs of study.

Social Studies Education (6-12)

The Field Endorsement in the Social Studies provides a course of study designed to help the student understand the history and nature of human beings in a social context. It prepares students to become educators with broad competence in teaching a variety of social studies courses.

Sociology

Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior and social processes and change. Students will develop an appreciation of the realities of our fast-paced globalizing world and the increasing diversity it brings into our lives.

Sociology Education (6-12)

The 6-12 Sociology Subject Endorsement is designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful 6-12 sociology educator. Students will take classes in sociology and develop their teaching skills through student teaching in 6-12 classrooms.

Spanish

The Spanish program teaches students to use written and spoken Spanish in a variety of fields. The literature/culture/cinema/language-based curriculum covers the history and literature of the Spanish-speaking world as well as contemporary intersections of class, violence and inequality, migration and diaspora, the legacies of slavery and colonialism, race and racism, and gender and sexuality. The curriculum prepares students for careers in secondary and higher education.

Special Education

This program is designed for those persons seeking an advanced degree in Special Education. The degree can also lead to initial certification for the Special Education Generalist (K- 12) field endorsement or adding the Special Education Generalist (K-8, and/or 6-12) subject endorsement.

Special Education Generalist (6-12)

The 6-12 Special Education Subject Endorsement is an education preparation program within the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (EBS) and is governed by all requirements established and set forth by the School. This subject endorsement prepares future educators to meet the needs of exceptional learners in inclusive 6-12 settings.

Special Education Generalist (K-12)

The K-12 Special Education Field Endorsement is an education preparation program within the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (EBS) and is governed by all requirements established and set forth by the School. This field endorsement prepares future educators to meet the needs of exceptional learners in inclusive K-12 settings.

Special Education Generalist (K-8)

The K-8 Special Education Subject Endorsement is an education preparation program within the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences (EBS) and is governed by all requirements established and set forth by the School. This subject endorsement prepares future educators to meet the needs of exceptional learners in inclusive K-8 settings.

Sport Management

The undergraduate Sport Management Program is designed to prepare students to be leaders in the ever- changing and highly competitive sport industry. The curriculum provides students with the skills and knowledge, as well as the practical experience, necessary to excel as professionals that will positively impact practices and policies at all levels of organized sport.

Strength and Conditioning

Courses cover advanced topics in Strength and Conditioning including exercise physiology, recovery, training adaptations, sports nutrition, mental performance, exercise technique, testing, periodization, and program design. The courses are designed to assist students in preparing for the NSCA's Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam.

Supply Chain Management

Tailored for working professionals and graduate students, this certificate enables participants to enhance their skills across various industries, particularly in areas like organizational development, strategic management, and team dynamics. WSC baccalaureate students who have already completed the undergraduate equivalent of these courses will substitute other courses by advisement.

Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching program is designed to support individuals who hold a baccalaureate degree and wish to become educators through the Nebraska Department of Education's (NDE) Alternative Program Teaching Permit pathways.

Technology

The bachelor's degree with a major in Technology will provide an opportunity for the students transferring to WSC from a technical or community college with an associate of applied arts or science degree or approved coursework to continue their education for employment potential, advancement in business and industry or to teach at the post-secondary level.

Trauma Counseling

This coursework is aimed at providing professional counselors with applicable knowledge to serve clients impacted by trauma. Topics addressed are expected to include professional self-awareness, evidence-based interventions and application, and the integration of physiological responses in mental health treatment. This certificate is designed to be taken online, in one summer with courses divided across terms.

Vocal Music Education (PK-12)

World Language/Spanish Education (6-12)

The Spanish program teaches students to use written and spoken Spanish in a variety of fields. The literature/culture/cinema/language-based curriculum covers the history and literature of the Spanish-speaking world as well as contemporary intersections of class, violence and inequality, migration and diaspora, the legacies of slavery and colonialism, race and racism, and gender and sexuality. The curriculum prepares students for careers in secondary and higher education.