What you'll learn

When completing the Secondary Education program, you will focus on mastering your subject area(s), learning exciting and cutting-edge techniques to teach the material (pedagogy), and practicing your craft while completing your clinical experiences, which are woven throughout your program. In addition to becoming a highly prepared & qualified educator, you will also prepare to pass your teacher certification test and become a certified teacher in Michigan.

Curriculum

You can choose between two pathways on your journey to becoming a highly qualified educator.

Major concentrations - Grades 7-12

English/Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies

Real-world experience and opportunities

Throughout your program you will have the opportunity to observe, interact, and even take the lead in classroom environment. You will work with cooperating teachers, university supervisors, and faculty to become prepared to take on your first classroom when you graduate.

Career outlook for individuals

Michigan is currently experiencing a teacher shortage. You will be entering a job market filled with many opportunities. Our teacher candidates are coveted by districts all over the state for their readiness in the field. Later in their careers, many of our teachers go on to earn advanced degrees to become school administrators, counselors, athletic directors, work in the non-profit sector and much more!

Admission requirements

Undergraduate students entering Wayne State University, either from high school or transferring from other accredited universities or colleges, are admitted to the education pre-major or directly into their bachelor's degree program depending on what area(s) they choose to teach.

Professional Licensure Program Disclosure

The University has determined that the curriculum of the initial teacher certification and endorsement programs at Wayne State University in the College of Education, leading to a credential as a certified teacher, meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in all states. However, there may be specific state requirements beyond the reciprocity agreement.

Accreditation

CAEP_Accreditation

The College of Education educator preparation programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).  

Accreditation means that a program meets the standards set by the academic and professional community. It’s a seal of approval indicating that the program prepares new educators to teach effectively.

Career insights

This tool provides a broad overview of how major selection can lead to careers and is provided without any implied promise of employment. Some careers will require further education, skills, or competencies. Actual salaries may vary significantly between similar employers and could change by graduation, as could employment opportunities and job titles.