[Billfred]

I spent a semester (well, a year on paper) as an elementary education major. At least in South Carolina, the procedure depends on whether you want to teach at elementary or secondary schools. Elementary-level teachers generally major in elementary education, while on the secondary level you major in the subject you wish to teach, then minor in education. (This is generally followed by getting a Master's degree in education.)

However, check with your particular college to see what it would take.