The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Grades Education is an interdisciplinary teacher education program designed to develop educators who will become effective professionals certified to teach in grades 1-5.You are interested in helping students achieve a strong educational foundation.This interdisciplinary teacher education program has three available tracks: a four-year program, a five-year program that leads to a Master of Arts in teaching, and the dual certification in general and special education. You will specialize in grades 1-5.Our Bachelor of Science in elementary grades education is a four-year program that provides students with a broad academic background and the skills necessary for teachers of elementary children in grades 1-5.<br><br>For students who wish to spend extended time developing expertise, the Holmes Elementary Program is a one-year master's program for those who have completed the Holmes concentration in elementary education from LSU. Students completing this five-year program will be awarded a Bachelor of Science in elementary grades education, a Master of Arts in teaching (MAT), and teacher certification in grades 1-5.