Secondary Education Degree Program

(Grades 7 through 12)

If you want to teach grades 7 through 12, then a degree with certification in secondary education could be a great choice for you. Students preparing for a late middle school or high school teaching career combine a degree in their area of interest (math, science, life sciences, English language arts and reading, history, or speech communication) and then add a group of professional training courses in education. This allows you to delve deep in the area of study that interests you most, but also obtain the skills you need to be a successful classroom teacher.

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Katy Robinson

Student

The professors in the Education Department are super excited to share their knowledge and experiences! They’re also always willing to help out in every aspect of life!

Katy Robinson

Student

Why should I choose Secondary Education?

High school teachers play a crucial role in guiding students toward college and other career paths, helping to shape the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and citizens.

What are some Secondary Education courses I will take?

  • Students and Learning
  • Classroom Management
  • Disciplinary Literacy
  • Curriculum Design

What are some career options?

With a degree in education, you can follow many career paths:

  • High school teacher
  • Athletic coach/teacher
  • Curriculum coordinator
  • GED program instructor

Who is hiring UMHB students?

UMHB Education students have found success in many different areas:

  • Private high schools
  • Independent school districts across the state of Texas

Where can I go to grad school?

Many Secondary Education Majors have continued their education at these schools:

Why study secondary education at UMHB?

The passing rate for UMHB education majors on the TExES teacher certification exams is consistently above 96%.

Education courses at UMHB are taught by professors who were classroom teachers themselves, and the program offers exemplary field experiences. During a recent state accreditation visit, the UMHB education program was commended by the state of Texas for its outstanding field experiences for student teachers.

Education majors at UMHB have opportunities to conduct research and attend conferences alongside their professors.

UMHB maintains a close connection with 15 area school districts, so our students have multiple opportunities to visit schools and make connections with prospective employers.

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