City University of Seattle's Bachelor of Arts in Education provides a route for first-time bachelor's students to become certified teachers. You can complete the BA in education on its own or combine it with any of the following emphasis areas, some of which can be combined to create dual endorsements. The Bachelor of Arts in Education will satisfy requirements for a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate, which means you'll be qualified to work as a certified teacher in any public or private elementary school in Washington state. Endorsements include: Elementary Education; Middle-Level Mathematics; Special Education; English Language Learners (ELL); Reading.