100%
Online Option^
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Know the Skill.
Learn to Teach It.
Technical knowledge is valuable. Knowing how to pass that knowledge on to others is a skill of its own.
The Bachelor of Science in Education in Technical Education – Technical Instructor Option at Athens State University prepares you to turn technical knowledge and expertise into effective instruction and training. The program combines educational theory with hands-on experience, helping you develop the skills to teach technical concepts, demonstrate procedures, assess learning, and create meaningful learning experiences.
And because technical training is essential across virtually every sector, your skills can open doors in education, healthcare, government, business, industry, military, and nonprofit organizations.
Program Overview
Technical instructors play an important role in preparing people with the knowledge and skills they need to perform in the real world. Whether you’re teaching a technical process, demonstrating specialized equipment, developing workforce skills, or training employees on new procedures, effective instruction requires more than simply knowing how something works.
The Technical Education – Technical Instructor Option combines educational theory with hands-on experience to help you become an effective technical instructor. You’ll learn about teaching and learning, instructional methods, curriculum development, assessment, communication, learning technologies, and other areas that can help you translate technical knowledge into instruction that people can understand and apply.
The result is a versatile educational foundation that can be used in a variety of technical, professional, and workforce environments.
Program Details
The Technical Instructor Option combines instructional preparation with practical application.
You’ll explore areas such as:
- Foundations of Technical Education — Understand the role of technical education and training in developing a skilled workforce.
- Learning Theory — Explore how people learn and how learning principles can improve technical instruction.
- Instructional Methods — Develop strategies for explaining concepts, demonstrating skills, guiding practice, and supporting learner success.
- Curriculum Development — Learn how to organize technical content into effective learning experiences.
- Assessment & Evaluation — Develop methods for measuring knowledge, technical skills, and learning outcomes.
- Instructional Technology — Explore technologies that can support demonstrations, simulations, online instruction, and skills development.
- Communication — Learn how to explain complex technical information clearly to learners with different levels of experience.
- Learning Environment Management — Develop strategies for creating safe, organized, and productive instructional environments.
- Workforce Education — Explore the relationship between education, technical skills, career preparation, and workforce needs.
- Hands-On Experience — Apply instructional concepts in practical settings and develop experience creating and delivering learning experiences.
Knowing how to do something is only the beginning. A great technical instructor knows how to break complex concepts into understandable steps, demonstrate the right techniques, provide meaningful practice, and help learners build confidence.
Please note: This program does not lead to teacher certification. Students completing this program are not admitted into the Teacher Education Program, nor are they required to meet Alabama State Department of Education certification requirements.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
Technical instructors are needed wherever people need to develop specialized knowledge and skills. That includes traditional educational environments, workforce development programs, corporate training departments, healthcare organizations, government agencies, military settings, manufacturing and industrial organizations, and nonprofit programs.
Your technical expertise, combined with instructional skills, can make you a valuable resource for organizations looking to develop their people and strengthen their workforce.
Explore your career pathways with the B.S.Ed. in Technical Education – Technical Instructorn Option, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$47k
Instructional Coordinator Estimated Entry Salary
$68k
Instructional Coordinator Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State University is proud to offer the lowest tuition of any public, four-year university in Alabama, making it possible to earn an advanced degree while keeping your education affordable. Combined with flexible online learning, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities, our Bachelor of Science in Education in Technical Education (Technical Instructor Option) delivers exceptional value and a strong return on your investment.
Why Choose This Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Technical Education bachelor’s degree is offered entirely online with the selection of certain courses, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your bachelor’s degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world business experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone — our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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^This program can be completed fully online by choosing certain courses.
*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.