Secondary Education Degree at Elmhurst University

Teaching is one of the most rewarding careers and remains an area of growth in the job market.

These programs are designed for students who are interested in pursuing a secondary education degree in order to teach grades K–12, 5–8, 5–12 or 9–12.

With education often cited as the single most determining factor in one’s future, graduates of the teacher licensure programs are given the resources to integrate the content knowledge and pedagogical knowledge they need to be effective, creative and inspiring educators for the 21st-century learner.

How to Apply

Grades PK-12 Licensure Programs

Physical Education

Grades 5–8 Licensure Programs

Grades 5–12 Licensure Programs

Grades 9–12 Licensure Programs

Secondary Education Core Courses

SEC 421 (1.00): ALL
SEC 100 (0.25): ALL
SEC 300 (0.25): ALL
SEC 310 (1.00) except Music Education
TEL 317 (0.75) ALL
EDU 360 (1.00) except K–12 and 9–12
SEC 450 (0.25) ALL
SEC 455/457 Student Teaching (3.00/2.00 music) ALL

Transferrable

EDU 104 (1.00/0.75) ALL
EDU 311 (1.00/0.75) ALL
EDU 223* (1.00/0.75) or KIN 312 Physical Education for Children with Exceptionalities

*Check with the Department of Education for transferability.

Get Started with a Secondary Education Degree Today

Learn about admission requirements and how to apply.

Completing Secondary Education Prerequisites at a Community College

Planning to complete the program’s prerequisites at a community college prior to transferring? Use the advising sheets below to determine which courses you need to enroll in at the community college of your choice so you are prepared to apply to the SEC EDU program.

Secondary and Middle Grades Education (PDF)