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Business Education

Business education is a critical aspect of modern education and plays a vital role in preparing students for the workforce. A teacher education endorsement in this field helps educators to better understand and teach the essential skills needed to succeed in today’s technology driven economy. This fully online program prepares students earning their Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education and meets the SDE and IDCTE standards for the endorsement in Business Technology Education (grades 6-12).

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Family and Consumer Sciences

The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) program prepares students as they study various subjects related to individuals, families and community. The fully online program meets the SDE and IDCTE standards for the Family Consumer Sciences Education (grades 6-12) endorsement. Join us, find your future at ISU, and make a positive impact on students’ lives by teaching in-demand practical skills.

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Career and Technical Education (CTE) Certificates

Undergraduate Certificates (12 credits)

Baccalaureate Certificate in Career and Technical Education: The 12 credit certificate in Career and Technical Education (CTE) supports educators teaching industry trades and professions such as automotive technology, business education, welding, robotics/engineering technology, and more. This certificate allows CTE professionals and teachers to advance in their careers. 

Graduate Certificates (12 credits)

Career and Technical Education

Human Resource Development

Organizational Leadership 

Master's Degrees

Instructional Design and Technology, Med

Application, Funding, and Support

Occupational Specialist Certification

Brenda Jacobsen

Dr. Brenda Jacobsen, PhD

Associate Professor

Office: Garrison 621

(208) 282-4967

jacobren@isu.edu