BA or BS in Adolescence Education Grades 7 to 12

The 120-credit B.A. or B.S in Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) leads to the degree of Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science and eligibility for initial NYS teaching certification. The program in Adolescence Education leads to certification in Adolescence, grades 7-12, preparing students to teach one of the content areas (Biology, Chemistry, English, Math, or Social Studies) at the secondary school level.The major in Adolescence Education consists of 30 credits in Teaching and Learning. The major in Adolescence and Middle Childhood Education consists of 37 credits in Teaching and Learning. In addition, all students must complete a second major in their content area specialty (Biology, Chemistry, English, Math, or Social Studies). Fieldwork is required throughout the program.