Program Overview

Secondary Education (Grades 9-12)

The Secondary Education program is designed for individuals who wish to teach at the high school level. High school is a critical time in a student's life, as they begin to consider their future plans and prepare for post-secondary education. This program guides students in making informed decisions that will lead to their success.

Teach in Residency / Teach for America - Secondary Education Courses

The following courses are part of the Teach in Residency and Teach for America programs:

Course Schedule

• Fall I
  • TCH ED 5310 T: Instructional Design (3 hours)
  • TCH ED 6030 A: Instruction, Learning, & Assessment (Part 1) (1 hour)
  • SPEC ED 6325 T: Positive Behavior Interventions (3 hours)
• Spring I
  • SEC ED 4XXX T: Instructional Methods in Certification Content Area (3 hours)
  • SPEC ED 6412 T: Foundations for Inclusive Education (2 hours)
  • TCH ED 6000 T: Practicum for Teachers in Residence (Part 1) (1 hour)
  • TCH ED 6030 B: Instruction, Learning, & Assessment (Part 2) (2 hours)
• Summer I
  • TCH ED 5312 T: Teaching Reading in Content Area (3 hours)
  • ED PSY 6220 T: Development of School-Aged Students (2 hours)
• Fall II
  • TCH ED 6000 T: Practicum for Teachers in Residence (Part 2) (1 hour)
  • TCH ED 5880 T: Writing in the Content Area (3 hours)
  • TCH ED 6010 T: Examining History, Community, & Social Justice in Education (Part 1) (2 hours)
• Spring II
  • TCH ED 6423 T: Learning Through Inquiry (3 hours)
  • TCH ED 6909: Teacher Action Research (3 hours)
• Summer II
  • TCH ED 6910: Teacher Action Research Capstone (3 hours)
  • TCH ED 6010 B: Examining History, Community, & Social Justice in Education (Part 2) (1 hour)

Certification Areas

The Secondary Education program offers certification in the following areas:

• Biology
• Earth and Space Sciences
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Mathematics
• English Language Arts
• Social Studies

Praxis Assessments

The following Praxis assessments are required for certification:

• Biology (5236)
• Earth and Space Sciences (5572)
• Chemistry (5246)
• Physics (5266)
• Mathematics (5165)
• English Language Arts: Content Knowledge (5038)
• Social Studies (5581)

Accreditation

The College of Education programs are accredited by CACREP, Counseling; NASP, School Psychology; and AAQEP Teacher Education.

Program Details

• Certification Only: 27 hours
• Certification and Master's Degree: 36 hours