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The Clemmer College at East Tennessee State University is home to programs of study that focus on improving the lives of individuals through teaching and learning, physical and mental health, and leadership. In addition to the six academic departments of the college, a K-12 laboratory school and four Centers of Excellence (Community College Leadership, Early Childhood Learning & Development, Mathematics & Science Education and Sport Science & Coach Education) provide opportunities for research and professional outreach. Students of the college can pursue six undergraduate and 16 graduate degree programs, as well as doctorate programs in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis, and Sport, Exercise, Recreation, and Kinesiology departments. The College programs are accredited by the National Council of Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), Tennessee Department of Education, Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Education Programs (CACREP), the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and the National Association of Sport Physical Education (NASPE).
The college is named for Claudius G. Clemmer, a former teacher, successful business
and civic leader, and lifelong benefactor and champion for education. During the Great
Depression, with no money to support his one-room schoolhouse in Greene County, Clemmer
taught his 30 students without pay so they could continue their studies. Scholarships
established by Clemmer and his wife, Katherine, continue to support new generations
of education students who will carry the same dedication to service into their own
professional careers.
The faculty and staff of the Clemmer College welcome you to our website and are happy
to help you in your educational journey. Please contact us if we can be of assistance
with questions about our programs and how you can be a part of the Clemmer Community.
The B. S. in Human Services seeks to educate human service professionals who are self-reflective practitioners, competent care-givers, and community leaders. The Human Services Program curriculum emphasizes the development of human services professionals who will be responsive to contemporary needs and serves as an excellent foundation for students interested in pursuing a master's or doctorate degree in counseling, psychology, speech/language pathology, social work, or other related fields. Please note that a minor is required to complete the degree
The Human Development and Learning minor is designed to provide students with a solid knowledge base in human development through the life span. Students wanting additional exposure to family development, working with groups, or educational psychology have those choices as electives within the minor. The HDAL minor prepares students for entry-level careers or graduate study in a variety of fields such as counseling, school counseling, early childhood education, psychology, education non-licensure programs, criminal justice, social work, and marriage and family therapy.
The Family Studies minor offers students a theoretical and practical understanding of the family as a social institution and a vital social system. The Family Studies minor seeks to prepare students for entry-level careers or graduate study in a variety of fields such as public policy human service, counseling, law and research.
The Master's degree in Counseling has four concentrations: Clinical Mental Health, College Counseling/Student Affairs Higher Education, Couples and Family Therapy, and School Counseling that may lead to national certification or state licensure in School Counseling or licensure as a Professional Counselor or Couples and Family Therapist.
Majors and minors include:
The Teacher Education program for the Master of Arts in Teaching degree designed to meet teacher licensing requirements at the graduate level for the state of Tennessee.
How to Apply
The first step for admission to the program. Apply online to the School of Graduate Studies.
Next, review admission requirements for the Teacher Education program.
Finally, get detailed information on required Praxis Exams.
Please visit the MAT website for more information.
The Department of Sport, Exercise, Recreation, and Kinesiology offers the following degree programs:
University School of East Tennessee State University serves a dual function.
The primary function of the school is to help the Clemmer College at East Tennessee State University achieve its mission of preparing professional educators by:
The second function is to provide a rich and varied curriculum that promotes the continuous academic, social, and emotional growth of each child in grades K-12.
University School and Clemmer College faculty and administration believe that the two broad functions described above are complementary. When teachers, professors, administrators, and students work collaboratively in the interests of educational excellence, all stakeholders benefit.
Visit the University School website for more information.
Vision, Mission, and Shared Values
Vision
The Clemmer College enhances lives of students, faculty, staff, and community through quality programs to shape the future.
Mission
Shared Values
Rich educational experiences
The members of the Clemmer College value diverse communities, regional experiences, travel abroad, service-learning, and community-based education.
Community-based education
The members of the Clemmer College value local, national, and global partnerships.
Research and Service
The members of the Clemmer College value research and service activities to enhance community partnerships around the world.
Diversity and Inclusion
The members of the Clemmer College value the contributions of diverse people, cultures, and thought to intellectual, social, economic development, and wellness.
Leadership
The members of the Clemmer College value the development of leadership capacities in students, faculty, and staff to impact the present and shape the future in a global society.
Life-long Learning
The members of the Clemmer College community value the pursuit of life-long learning and personal wellness for a successful life balance.
The Clemmer College has several different initiatives and endowments that would benefit from your financial contributions. Please click the "Give Now" arrow to be directed to the online giving system of the ETSU Foundation. By selecting the radio button under "Designations," you can specify which area will receive your contribution.
Your gifts are accepted by the East Tennessee State University Foundation, which is the official 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that exists solely to support and advance the objectives of the university. The foundation is a separate legal entity operated as a tax-exempt corporation chartered within the State of Tennessee and is considered a component unit of the university.
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