College of Education
History
The College of Education was opened in June 1926 at Intramuros, Manila during the rectorate of Very Rev. Fr. Manuel Arellano, O.P. to offer a four-year course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.).
A Laboratory High School was opened in 1928.
The Normal School was established in 1940 as a two-year course leading to Elementary Teachers Certificate (E.T.C.). In June 1952, this Normal Course was changed into a four-year course leading to a degree of Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (B.S.E.Ed). In 1941, another Laboratory School was made a part of the College of Education known as the Elementary Teacher Training Department.
In 1953, a four-year program leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Home Economics (B.S.H.E.) was offered. A new major in Foods and Nutrition was added in 1955. The latter was changed to the course of Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition (B.S.F.N.) in 1957.
Early in 1969, there was a felt need to reorganize the Department of Home Economics to render its course more responsive to the needs of the country. Accordingly, in the school year 1970-1971, the Institution of Nutrition was first formed as an independent body from the College of Education under the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, and later as an adjunct of the College.
Another important event in 1971 was merging of Normal School with the College of Education because of the rapidly decreasing College of Education enrolment of students in the Normal School. The change abolished the position of the Directress and the Secretary of the School. Instead, a Special Assistant to the Dean of Education was created to take charge of the Normal Elementary Department in July, 1971. At present the Normal Department has been completely absorbed by the College so that the position of the Special Assistant was abolished.
In 1974, the College of Education offered new major studies in Chemistry and in School Guidance and Character Education. The latter replaced the co-major in Theology.
Also in 1974, the College introduced the following terminal courses to meet the demands for manpower: two-year course in Certificate in Practical Arts and in Certificate in Practical Dietetics and a one-year course in Tourist Guide Certificate. The two-former courses were phased out in 1976 and the one-year Tourist Guide Certificate Course was extended to a two-year course leading to an Associate in Tourism.
In the eighties, the College phased out the vocational courses and the Institute of Nutrition. Instead, it offered four-year programs leading to degrees of Tourism (BS Tourism), Nutrition and Dietetics (BSND) and Hotel and Restaurant Management (BSHRM).
For the school year 1990-1992, new majors for the Bachelor of Secondary Education, were offered namely: Computer Technology Education as well as Home Management and Vocational Technology, replacing Home Economics, and Values Education which took the place of Guidance and Character Education. A new major for the Bachelor of Elementary Education – Early Childhood – was introduced.
In the year 2000, the Teacher Certificate Program of 18 units was offered by the College. This program is held every Saturday from 7 am– 5 pm for students who would like to teach but did not finish a BSED or BEED degree. As mandated by CHED, the 18 units will now be 30 units beginning academic year 2007.
The AB-BSE, major in social science (in collaboration with the Faculty of Arts and Letters) program was introduced in 2002. This is a double degree program that gives its graduates more job opportunities upon graduation.
Likewise, with the implementation of CHED Memo 30 in 2000, the elementary curriculum, which formerly graduates generalist now offered pre-school/early childhood for its specialization.
As mandated also by CHED, the library science major of SecondaryEducation in 2006 is now a new program – Bachelor of Library and Information Science.
Our Seal
The seal of the UST College of Education is shaped like a shield with a white band symbolizing purity, and a lower triangle bearing the official color (orange) of the College indicating creativity and drive towards excellence. The sun of St. Thomas Aquinas is superimposed in the white band which signifies the role of the College in advocating the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas. The torch in the triangle is the torch of knowledge. Ignited by the sun, its flame denotes the Divine Truth preceding God, thus symbolizing illumination and guidance. It encapsulates the objectives of the College – to transmit knowledge and culture to young minds, and enkindle in them the passion for teaching and lifelong learning. The lilies (fleur-de-lis) above the shield are taken from the family seal of St. Dominic de Guzman.

Vision, Mission and Objectives
The College of Education of the University of Santo Tomas, in line with the University’s mission and vision, aims to carry out its educative function of forming authentic and mature Christian personalities endowed with a sense of social responsibility and a desire for leadership in the spirit of service in their fields of specialization.
Objectives
Bachelor of Secondary Education and Bachelor of Elementary Education 1. To provide future basic education teachers with a solid understanding of classical and emerging theories, principles and concepts underlying human growth and development as these apply to teaching learning situation 2. To equip students with sound pedagogical know-how and practice vis-à-vis subject matter content as they plan for instruction through maximum effective use of available technological resources 3. To enable future teachers to understand their unique and ever changing roles in assessment of and for learning 4. To deepen students’ commitment to scholarship of and for teaching, guided by Christian values.
Bachelor of Science in Food Technology 1. To provide future food technologists with adequate and functional theoretical and practical know-how and understanding of food processing operations 2. To expose the students to recent trends and advances in food science and technology that will facilitate effective food processing operations, that addresses industry and community needs 3. To establish and maintain favorable local, national, international linkages for purposes of research collaboration, information update, and technology exchange 4. To develop food technologists endowed with Christian values who are ready to serve the food needs, problems and concerns of target communities
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics 1. To provide relevant theoretical practical knowledge of food and nutrition necessary for planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating programs for various fields of nutrition and dietetics 2. To ensure adequate and responsive immersion of students to different nutrition practicum sites 3. To deepen students understanding of the discipline through constant exposure to recent trends and development in the field 4. To develop sound human and Christian values and attitudes necessary in addressing the health and nutrition needs of various sectors of the society 5. To coordinate and establish linkages with local and international groups and communities for exchange of expertise and resources, research output and best practices for the upliftment of the nutritional status of the Filipino people
Bachelor of Library and Information Science 1. To develop prospective library and information managers who can efficiently and effectively manage information organizations in any environment, developing partnerships, collaborations, networks, and other structures with all stakeholders and within communities served 2. To provide prospective information professionals with adequate technical expertise in the collection, organization, dissemination and preservation of information resources applying the latest trends in Information and communications technology 3. To equip students with specialized knowledge and skills in the provision of quality library and information services that are responsive to the user needs 4. To form information professionals endowed with Christian values to meet the ever changing of the library clientele
Academic Programs
Bachelor of Secondary Education
This four-year program provides academic and clinical preparation for prospective teachers of secondary education through appropriate courses in general education, professional education, and field study/practice teaching. Students may major in the following: Biological Science, English,Mathematics, Religious and Values Education, Social Studies, and Technology and Livelihood Education.
Bachelor of Elementary Education
The Bachelor of Elementary Education provides academic and appropriate training for future elementary school teachers through the general education courses, professional education and field study/practice teaching. The prospective teacher may major in pre-service education or special education.
Bachelor of Science in Food Technology
This four-year program equips students with necessary competencies in the scientific handling and processing of foods, both in commercial and small-scale industries. The holistic formation of students includes the development of proper work and research ethics.
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
This four-year program equips students with relevant competencies in three areas of nutrition: Hospital Nutrition, Community (Public Health) Nutrition, and Food Service, integrating not only academic and clinical knowledge and skills but also the development of proper values and attitudes in the exercise of the profession.
Bachelor of Library and Information Science
This four-year program provides students with opportunities for developing appropriate knowledge, skills, values and attitudes for effective library service. Competencies emphasized include the integration of information technology and management information system for better organization and use of library resources.

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Goals and Objectives
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES FOUNDATION (USPF)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
VISION-MISSION STATEMENT
The Education Department of the College of Education, USPF envisions to produce quality, competent and skillful graduates with appropriate motivations and value-orientations as future teachers thoroughly trained for the academic and professional responsibilities in the elementary (BEED) and secondary (BSED) levels of education to meet the needs of the local community and the challenges of globalization.
Moreover, the Education Department is committed to deliver quality instruction, to provide opportunities for productive research and encourage active involvement in relevant community outreach projects designed to develop fulfilled individuals who could be effective agents of positive social change in his community.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
Goal I. Accessible Excellent Education
OBJECTIVES:
To develop proficiency in the utilization of information and communication technology in keeping with the demands of the fast-changing times. To create a learning environment which enhances the analytical thinking and creativity of the students. To maintain professional academic standards through accreditation in programs offered.
Goal II. Relevant Research Programs
OBJECTIVES:
To develop among education students the culture of research by undertaking quality and timely researches.
To cultivate academic researches that contribute to the improvement of functional knowledge.
To upgrade students’ level of awareness and understanding in the participation and creation of researches relevant in today’s education.
Goal III. Needs-Based Community Extension Programs
OBJECTIVES:
To use community collaborations and community participation to promote a shared sense of social responsibility. To provide social activities and experiences in the surrounding communities. To initiate community extension programs that would develop the holistic development of individuals and the target community.
Goal IV. Production and Linkages
OBJECTIVES:
To produce competent graduates thoroughly trained for academic and professional responsibilities. To produce graduates who can demonstrate skills and competence in their specialized fields. To strengthen and sustain linkages with other TEI’s and professional organizations for intellectual interactions and faculty updates.
MISSION STATEMENT
The course in SPECIAL EDUCATION (SpEd) in the Education Department of the College of Education adheres to the basic philosophy of Special Education, locally, nationally and globally, in keeping with the premise that in a democracy, every individual is valuable in his own right and should be afforded equal opportunities to develop his full potentials. Every child, including those with disabilities, impairments and exceptionalities should be given equal educational opportunities within the nation’s educational system and provided with educational experiences based on the child’s unique needs.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
Goal I. Accessible Excellent Education
OBJECTIVES:
To provide a special type of education or teacher training tailored to equip future teachers with functional knowledge on special education. To acquire background knowledge and skills on assessment procedures, early intervention, instructional materials and processes and management of children with special needs. To develop the necessary skills and competencies and right aptitudes and attitude to prepare future teachers to meet the needs of special children with exceptionalities.
Goal II. Quality and Relevant Research Programs
OBJECTIVES:
To expose students to writing quality and relevant researches that would promote improvements in any institution’s program and instruction for special education. To establish a strong linkage with other special education centers or schools through research endeavors.
Goal III. Responsive and Sustainable Community Services
OBJECTIVES:
To involve students in community outreach programs for indigent special children to fully understand their situation and acquire knowledge in handling their students’ special needs professionally and with social responsibility. To disseminate special education in communities for them to be fully aware of the importance of educating the children with special needs (CSN) and the persons with disabilities (PWD’s).
Goal IV. Production and Linkages
OBJECTIVES:
To produce graduates who can handle SpEd classes competently to meet the standards and educational requirements that ensure employability locally and globally. To produce, devise instructional materials in teaching learners with special needs and utilizing educational, assistive technology. To strengthen and sustain linkages with related professional organizations, NGO’s, SpEd Centers and with other SpEd advocates.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Physical Education (PE) Department of the College of Education (CoEd) in University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) commits itself to the actualization of the fundamental concept that Physical Education is education of, by, and through human movement and it seeks to contribute to the promotion of the total growth and optimum development of an individual.
Likewise, the PE Department is committed to the dynamic implementation of the nation’s competency-based Physical Education Program as well as the Guidelines of the PE Instructional Program and its evaluation.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
Goal I. Physical Development
OBJECTIVES:
To develop and maintain a suitable level of physical fitness through carefully planned and selected progression activities tailored to meet sufficiently the physical demands on the young learners’ growth years. To give students the skills they need to be able to enjoy different physical activities. To promote the development of a healthy lifestyle.
Goal II. Mental Development
OBJECTIVES:
To develop the mental capacities of the child, while he participates in Physical Education (PE) activities, as he learns the mechanical principles underlying movement, while he acquires knowledge and understanding of rules and strategies of games and sports. To discover ways of improving one’s movements in movement exploration, self-testing activities and dances. To help understand the importance of regular exercise and the connection between health and general physical well-being.
Goal III. Social Development
OBJECTIVES:
To provide opportunities for the development of desirable social traits such as friendliness, cooperation, respect for the rights of others and good sportsmanship. To develop and nurture good leadership and followership and honesty in group competitions.
Goal IV. Emotional Development
OBJECTIVES:
To offer avenues or opportunities for self-expression and emotional mastery such as self-confidence, self-control, self-reliance, courage and determination during the informal nature of physical education activities. To develop humility in victory and gracious acceptance of one’s defeat in sports competitions.
Goal V. Recreational Development
OBJECTIVES:
To provide the students the tools for his leisure-time activities through the acquisition of a variety of useful physical skills. To encourage creative use of students’ leisure time through physical activities.