Secondary Education – Social Studies (6-12) Degree Overview
As a future middle or high school social studies teacher, you’ll come away from this program with over 24 credit hours in customized content as well as unique teaching-centric courses that help you blend your history knowledge with how to teach students effectively. At Thomas, you’ll learn from the best, including professional organizations dedicated to serving math teaching professionals.
This degree certifies preservice teachers in Social Studies for grades 6-12. Content areas are customizable.
Prepare for a Career In:
- Middle School Social Studies Teacher
- High School Social Studies Teacher
- Writing Tutor
- Peace Corps
- Department of Defense School Teacher
- Nonprofit
- Alternative Education
- Homeschooling
“I truly feel prepared. I know that when I graduate, I will be confident in the classroom.”
Lilly Friars ’21, Seventh and Eighth Grade Social Studies Teacher, China Middle School
At a Glance
- 121 credit hours
- 3 year option
- 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