As a future middle or high school science teacher, you’ll come away from this program with over 24 credit hours in science-specific content as well as unique teaching-centric courses that help you blend your science knowledge with how to teach students effectively. At Thomas, you’ll have access to a brand-new science lab as well as experts in both the field of science and teaching.
This degree certifies preservice teachers in Life Science for grades 6-12. Content area courses are customizable.
Prepare for a Career In:
- Middle School Science Teacher
- High School Science Teacher
- Peace Corps
- Department of Defense School Teacher
- Nonprofit
- Alternative Education
- Homeschooling
- Tutoring
At a Glance:
- 121 credit hours
- Over 920+ hours of classroom experience upon graduation
- Unique opportunity to customize history coursework you take
- 99% job placement rate
Key Courses:
- Trauma-Informed Education and Social-Emotional Learning
- Teaching Students with Exceptional Needs in the Regular Classroom
- Secondary Methods of Teaching
“Thomas is a small, student-focused school that resonated with me the first time I visited campus. In fact, Thomas College is the only institution I applied to attend. I love the opportunities a small classroom provides and the ability to make real connections with my professors. I’ve always felt that the entire staff at Thomas sincerely wants every student to succeed – something that can’t be said for every other college or university.”
Paige Costa '21
