In cooperation with other academic departments, students can prepare to teach a content area on the secondary level (grades 7-12).
Majors include biology, chemistry, English, communication, mathematics, and social studies (with a concentration in history).
Students who major in Spanish may get K-12 certification in cooperation with Eastern University and must take three credits of linguistics in addition to the 39 credits listed here. Credit for student teaching and practicum is granted on a pass/fail basis.
Students take a professional sequence of education courses and participate in secondary school field experiences.
| Requirements for Secondary Education Certification |
| View core curriculum requirements (34-48 credits). |
| Students should also follow the general education requirements for their individual major. |
| Required Courses |
CREDITS |
| EDU 304 |
Foundations of Education |
3 |
| SPE 110 |
Introduction to Developmental Psychology and Learning Theory |
3 |
| SPE 302 |
Assessment I |
3 |
| SPE 320 |
Instructional Strategies for Learners with Diverse Needs |
3 |
| SEC 303 |
Communication in Content Areas |
3 |
| SEC 389 |
Seminar in Secondary Education |
4 |
| SEC 489 |
Methods in Subject Area |
3 |
| SEC 202 |
Secondary Field Experience Semester 1 |
.5 |
| SEC 202 |
Secondary Field Experience Semester 2 |
.5 |
| EDU 200 |
Sophomore English Language Learner Field Experience |
1 |
| EDU 330 |
Junior Special Education Field Experience |
1 |
| SEC 402 |
Senior Field |
2 |
| SEC 490 |
Student Teaching |
12 |
|
Total credits for certification |
39 |
Note: Certification credit hour requirements may cause a student to exceed degree credit hour requirements. Students should read the Field Experience Handbook to determine specific requirements and consult with the secondary education coordinator and department chair.