Secondary Education, 7-12
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Our Leading Teacher Program in Secondary Education (7-12) prepares you with in-depth knowledge of your subject area and provides you with the skills and strategies to captivate and motivate your students in your classroom in Pennsylvania or in many other states. We blend professional education with academic content in:
- English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Social Studies
Program Information
Our Leading Teacher Secondary Education (7-12) programs prepare you for grade 7-12 classrooms in Pennsylvania and many other states.
Program Type
Major
Degree
Bachelor's
School
Academic Department
Instruction and Leadership in Education
Duration
4-year
Required Credit Hours
126
Prepare for Your Future Classroom
Secondary Education student Mwango Kasuba shares his experience of the many inspirational teachers and student teachers at Baldwin High School who attended Duquesne when he was a student at Baldwin High School. Mwango particularly valued the impact of then-student teacher Olivia Stumpo, E’22, who currently serves as a graduate assistant for the Duquesne women’s basketball team. “Duquesne alumni were the standout teachers,” he said. “They connected to students on a personal level and had great leadership qualities.” Reflecting on his current field experience and future classroom Mwango shares, “As a future teacher, I always consider the different strategies they use that I can incorporate in how I teach,” he said. “That keeps me engaged.” Learn about Mwango's experiences in the classroom.
-Mwango Kasuba | B.S.Ed. Secondary Education & B.A. History student
Great Education, Great Value
We are committed to providing students with a high-quality education at an affordable price. A Duquesne University education is an investment in your future. This investment will prepare you to reach the height of your career and provide a meaningful return on your investment.
Dual Degree
Take your experience to the next level with a dual degree. This unique opportunity allows you to enhance your teaching practices and strategies while deepening your knowledge in your chosen academic discipline. By earning a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education in your concentration alongside a B.A. or B.S. degree in your academic discipline, you'll be well-prepared to excel in the field of secondary education.
Dual Certification
Through our Dual Certification: Special Education with Content Area Certification you can become certified in both Middle Level and special education in Pennsylvania. Meet the diverse educational needs of middle school students in multiple school settings including students with disabilities, challenging behavior and social and emotional needs.
Student Teach Abroad
We are the only school in Pittsburgh to have a partnership with Indiana University’s Global Gateway for Teachers Program, in which we offer various student teaching abroad and other cultural immersion opportunities.
Curriculum Center
Transform the learning and developmental experiences of K-12 learners through the resources in our Curriculum Center – a collection of PreK-12 educational resources designed for our campus community that works with children.
The High School Classroom
- Plan and deliver lessons following the curriculum.
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for students.
- Foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning in students.
- Incorporate technology and other teaching aids to enhance learning.
- Manage classroom behavior and maintain discipline.
- Assess student progress through assignments, tests, and projects.
- Provide support and guidance to students with their academic and personal development.
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators to support the overall educational goals of the school.
5-Year Early Start Education Graduate Programs
Our graduate programs offer early start options for School of Education undergraduate
students, as well as all undergraduate students across the University. During your
junior or senior year, you have the opportunity to take up to five courses in a master's-level
program at the undergraduate tuition rate.
School of Education undergrad students can start graduate studies in:
- Child Psychology, M.S.Ed.
- Counseling - Clinical Mental Health, M.S.
- Counseling - Marriage, Couple & Family, M.S.
- Counseling - School, M.S.Ed.
- Education Administration, K-12
- School Supervision
- Reading and Literacy Education
- Special Education
Undergrad students across the University can start graduate studies in:
The School of Education offers early start options for students who have demonstrated
a strong academic background (GPA > 3.0) to begin graduate work during their undergraduate
time at Duquesne University.
Other undergraduate students across the University who are in good academic standing
(GPA >3.0) and are interested in pursuing or exploring an education degree and/or
a teaching certification can begin to take courses as juniors or seniors in our graduate
teacher education programs.
We welcome you to connect with us to learn more and we will walk you through the application process. To get started, call (412) 396-6093.
Every opportunity that was presented in field, in class & in student teaching
helped me see the bigger picture...how my impact as a teacher will far reach what
I'll be able to see in my classroom, stretching into the future for years after my
students leave...This gravity of being a teacher has helped me find meaning...& know
that I'm on the right path.
I've been encouraged to facilitate instruction in new ways that allowed me to
develop the confidence to create a classroom that is both welcoming & inclusive...confident
in my ability to foster a classroom where students are excited ...and am able to help
students grow one step closer to achieving their dreams
Duquesne's School of Education has effectively allowed me to make meaningful
relationships with my students and impact them in positive ways. Without the School
of Education, I would have never met some of the amazing students I have.
My degree in the School of Education has provided me with the skills & strategies
needed to positively impact the many students I will work with in the future. I have
learned how to make a lasting impact not only in the classroom, but wherever my students
will choose to go in life.
Our Secondary and K-12 Education programs are guided by Pennsylvania's state standards
and by standards of national professional organizations. Walking alongside you, our
Secondary Education faculty will work with you to address professional standards in
respective content areas through coursework, projects and implementation of the standards
in your fieldwork. The Social Studies content area of our Secondary Education program is nationally accredited
by its respective Specialized Professional Association (SPA), the National Council
for the Social Studies (NCSS). The English content area of our Secondary Education program is nationally accredited
by its respective Specialized Professional Association (SPA), the National Council
of Teachers of English (NCTE). The Mathematics content area of our Secondary Education program is nationally accredited
by its respective Specialized Professional Association (SPA), the National Council
of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).Hear from Our Alum
Learning Together in a Highly Accredited Program
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Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
National Council for the Social Studies
National Council of Teachers of English
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
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Admitted Students
Take the next step to become the teacher you are meant to be! Visit us on campus, complete your financial aid forms and enroll today.
Admitted Students
Take the next step to become the teacher you were meant to be! Visit us on campus, complete your financial aid forms and enroll today.
