
The Department of Secondary Education prepares teachers to meet the needs of adolescents during their middle and high school years as they transition from childhood toward taking their place in the world as young adults.
This 36-credit, nationally recognized program prepares graduates to work with adolescents from grades 7 - 12. Graduates are prepared for New York State Teacher Certification, usually within two years. Candidates may pursue single certification in: Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Social Studies, or English. Candidates pursuing certification in the following areas may add a teaching students with disabilities certification with 9 additional credits: Biology, Mathematics, Social Studies, or English.
Outstanding Secondary Faculty
Recognized for meeting the standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. This 36-credit program is focused both on developing strong teaching skills and on solidifying content knowledge in mathematics.
Recognized for meeting the standards of the National Science Teachers Association. This 36-credit program is focused both on developing strong teaching skills and on solidifying content knowledge in science.
Recognized for meeting the standards of the National Council for Social Studies. This 36-credit program is focused both on developing strong teaching skills and on solidifying content knowledge in the social studies, both nationally and globally.
Recognized for meeting the standards of the National Council of Teacher of English. This 36-credit program is focused both on developing strong teaching skills and on solidifying content knowledge in English.
MS Programs: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher and pre-requisite course work with a minimum of a C average.
BS or BA Degree and Coursework to Include:
In addition, candidates should submit the following:
*Please note that all students must take the GRE or Praxis Core Academic Skills Test unless applying for the non-certification (Educational Studies) option.