Drexel’s Bachelor of Science in Teacher Education is designed to address the many variables of today’s secondary classrooms. Our goal is to train a new generation of teachers who can impact a new generation of learners.
The curriculum for the BS in Teacher Education has technology at its core and a strong emphasis on STEM subject areas.
Secondary education, in Pennsylvania, includes grades 7-12. This degree is for those looking to get a high school teaching degree or teach a specific subject area in 7th or 8th grade. Students graduate with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Secondary Education and a concentration in their subject area.
At the end of the sophomore year, a review of the student's content and pedagogy coursework will determine acceptance into the teacher certification program.
Coursework focuses on students in grades 7–12 in the following areas:
Students wishing to earn more than one teaching certification may do so with consultation from their academic advisor.
For information regarding curriculum, degree requirements, and a sample plan of study for each of these areas, please visit the Drexel Course Catalog.
Students who earn a degree in secondary education will be able to teach grades 7-12 in the content area of certification.