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Overview
Majoring in Secondary Education involves the study of the method and practice of teaching. You’ll develop the skills and insights to become a middle school or high school teacher and lifelong learner. Students who complete this major and the BA in Mathematics, BA in Biology or BA in Chemistry (together with other state requirements) are eligible to apply for a Minnesota teaching license for grades 5-12 (mathematics), grades 9-12 (life science) or grades 9-12 (chemistry).
Students in this program gain knowledge and skills that are important for any teaching career as you take education classes plus coursework within your chosen content area to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree, and the secondary education curriculum meets PELSB requirements for a teaching credential (passage of standardized examinations of content and pedagogy are also required).
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This program prepares students for licensure or endorsement in the state of Minnesota only. Each state has different requirements for professional licensure and certifications and our programs have not met the licensure requirements established by any other state licensing boards for licensure in those states. Students are encouraged to contact their state’s licensing authority for guidance before beginning the program and can learn more here.