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General Science and Secondary Education
The Secondary Education program at Alabama State University is designed for candidates committed to the scholarly study of education and the pursuit of teaching as a career. This program prepares future educators through a rigorous curriculum that integrates coursework in general education, professional education, and specialized teaching fields.
Upon acceptance into the program, each candidate is assigned an academic advisor in Secondary Education, who will guide them through their academic journey and ensure successful completion of all degree and certification requirements. The advisor in the College of Education collaborates with advisors in the selected teaching fields to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive educational experience. The program leads to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree and eligibility for the Alabama Class “B” Secondary Professional Certificate, with endorsements in the candidate’s designated teaching field(s). Areas of specialization include:
Candidates engage in coursework that emphasizes subject-area expertise, pedagogical proficiency, instructional technology, classroom management, and culturally responsive teaching. Field-based experiences and clinical practice provide opportunities for direct engagement with students in secondary education settings, ensuring that candidates develop practical skills to meet the diverse needs of learners.
Graduates who successfully complete the program will be fully prepared to teach in grades 6-12 and will meet the academic and professional standards set forth by the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE). Candidates seeking certification outside of Alabama should consult the Certification Officer in the College of Education for guidance on meeting additional state-specific requirements.
Requirements
General Studies (51 hours)
Humanities (18 hours)
Required Courses
Choose two of the following Advisor Approved Electives: (6 hours)
Social Science (12 hours)
Choose two of the following
Choose one of the following Advisor Approved Electives (3 hours)
GEO 206: Required for Students originating at ASU.
Sciences (8 hours)
Required Courses
| CHE 141 | General College Chemistry I (lab included) | 4 |
| CHE 142 | General College Chemistry II (lab included) | 4 |
Mathematics (5 hours)
Required Courses
Note: Student must have prerequisite competencies
Other Prescribed Courses (4 hours)
PED Activity: This is a 100 level 1 hour PED course
Professional Studies (37 hours)
The following courses MAY be taken prior to admissions to TEP
Following courses MAY NOT be taken prior to TEP Admission
Teaching Field (52hours)
Must include an academic major of at least 32 semester hours with a minimum of 19 hours at the upper division.
Required Courses
Required Support Courses for Teaching Field (15 hours)