Teaching: K - 12 and Secondary Programs
The K-12 and Secondary Programs (KSP) offer undergraduate and graduate pathways to initial licensure for teaching in K-12 and 5-12 classrooms. We provide advanced programs for current educators seeking a graduate degree and for new students aiming to obtain their initial teaching degree.
Careers in K-12 and Secondary
Enhance your career with specialized coursework designed to strengthen and broaden your skills and knowledge as an educator.
- Teacher
- Museum Curator and Archivist
- Computer Instructor
- Direct Services Provider
- School Library Media Specialist*
- Technology Integrationist*
- Instructional Designer*
Median Salary
$64,390
K - 12 and Secondary Teaching Programs - Undergraduate
Art Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Art Education is dedicated to preparing passionate artists for careers as Kindergarten through high school educators while fostering the development of conceptual understanding, attitudes, and skills in the visual arts within a liberal arts-focused university curriculum.
Business Teaching 5-12, Bachelor of Science
Combine your passions for business and technology with teaching. Make a difference in the lives of middle and high school students.
Chemistry Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Teaching provides students with dynamic classroom and lab experiences while preparing them to translate their learning in a school setting. This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories. This degree is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (asbmb.org) and the American Chemical Society (acs.org).
Communication Arts and Literature Education, Bachelor of Science
Students are prepared to teach English and Speech/Communication in grades 5-12. Students complete courses from English, Communication Studies, and Education on lesson, course, and program preparation.
Physical Education and Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE), Bachelor of Science
The Physical Education-DAPE major prepares teacher candidates to effectively teach PK-12 students, with and without disabilities, about physical literacy to ensure these students have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of healthful physical activity.
Earth Science Teaching (5-12), Bachelor of Science
Earth Science Teaching (5-12) provides students with the background knowledge and training to acquire teaching licensure in the state of Minnesota in Earth and Space Science.
Family Consumer Science Education, Bachelor of Science
The Family and Consumer Science (FCS) Education program prepares students to teach FCS in grades 5-12. As part of the Career and Technical Education field, this program focuses on preparation for teaching content such as:
- Relationships and human development
- Nutrition, wellness, and culinary skills
- Apparel and family housing
- Financial literacy and resource management
- Career pathways related to these essential life skills
French Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in French Teaching along with appropriate teaching licensure courses prepares students to teach French in a K-12 setting. Students learn high proficiency in French language and cultural studies, along with real-world communication skills. This student-centered program is an immersion-based learning environment that encourages the open exchange of ideas, instills awareness of cultural differences, and encourages a deeper understanding of events, institutions, and traditions.
German Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, the German Teaching program prepares student to teach in the K-12 environment. This degree requires additional instruction offered by the College of Education as well as courses in professional language teaching methods for use in the K-12 classroom.
Health and Physical Education, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education major prepares future educators for teaching students in Health (grades 5-12) and Physical Education (grades K-12) about how to live a physically active and health enhancing lifestyle.
Life Science Teaching 5-12, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Life Science Teaching allows students to utilize their passion for the natural world in the classroom. This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories. The State of Minnesota grants science teacher licensure for grades 9-12 Life Science.
Mathematics Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The primary focus of the Mathematics Teaching program is to prepare students to teach mathematics at the middle and secondary levels as well as prepare students for advanced study in mathematics and teaching.
Music Education Instrumental General Music K-12, Bachelor of Science
This degree is a pathway to licensure in the state of Minnesota. Students will be prepared to teach music in a variety of settings and gain the skills needed to become proficient in teaching brass, woodwind, string, and percussion instruments in K-12 public and private schools.
Music Education Vocal General Music K-12, Bachelor of Science
This degree is a pathway to licensure in the state of Minnesota. Students will be prepared to teach music in a variety of settings, as well as lead choral ensembles and teach general music classes in K-12 public and private schools.
Physics Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Physics Teaching provides a strong foundational knowledge of physics laws and principles, while pairing with an educational curriculum to prepare students for working in a school setting. This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories. The Physics Teaching Bachelor of Science prepares students to teach physics in middle and high school settings.
Spanish Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Spanish Teaching is CAEP accredited and prepares you for a career in teaching with a focus on Spanish language and culture.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Minor
The minor prepares undergraduate students to teach English learners in a variety of U.S. and international contexts, including K-12 and higher education.
Art Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Art Education is dedicated to preparing passionate artists for careers as Kindergarten through high school educators while fostering the development of conceptual understanding, attitudes, and skills in the visual arts within a liberal arts-focused university curriculum.
Business Teaching 5-12, Bachelor of Science
Combine your passions for business and technology with teaching. Make a difference in the lives of middle and high school students.
Chemistry Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Teaching provides students with dynamic classroom and lab experiences while preparing them to translate their learning in a school setting. This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories. This degree is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (asbmb.org) and the American Chemical Society (acs.org).
Communication Arts and Literature Education, Bachelor of Science
Students are prepared to teach English and Speech/Communication in grades 5-12. Students complete courses from English, Communication Studies, and Education on lesson, course, and program preparation.
Physical Education and Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE), Bachelor of Science
The Physical Education-DAPE major prepares teacher candidates to effectively teach PK-12 students, with and without disabilities, about physical literacy to ensure these students have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of healthful physical activity.
Earth Science Teaching (5-12), Bachelor of Science
Earth Science Teaching (5-12) provides students with the background knowledge and training to acquire teaching licensure in the state of Minnesota in Earth and Space Science.
Family Consumer Science Education, Bachelor of Science
The Family and Consumer Science (FCS) Education program prepares students to teach FCS in grades 5-12. As part of the Career and Technical Education field, this program focuses on preparation for teaching content such as:
- Relationships and human development
- Nutrition, wellness, and culinary skills
- Apparel and family housing
- Financial literacy and resource management
- Career pathways related to these essential life skills
French Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in French Teaching along with appropriate teaching licensure courses prepares students to teach French in a K-12 setting. Students learn high proficiency in French language and cultural studies, along with real-world communication skills. This student-centered program is an immersion-based learning environment that encourages the open exchange of ideas, instills awareness of cultural differences, and encourages a deeper understanding of events, institutions, and traditions.
German Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, the German Teaching program prepares student to teach in the K-12 environment. This degree requires additional instruction offered by the College of Education as well as courses in professional language teaching methods for use in the K-12 classroom.
Health and Physical Education, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education major prepares future educators for teaching students in Health (grades 5-12) and Physical Education (grades K-12) about how to live a physically active and health enhancing lifestyle.
Life Science Teaching 5-12, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Life Science Teaching allows students to utilize their passion for the natural world in the classroom. This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories. The State of Minnesota grants science teacher licensure for grades 9-12 Life Science.
Mathematics Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The primary focus of the Mathematics Teaching program is to prepare students to teach mathematics at the middle and secondary levels as well as prepare students for advanced study in mathematics and teaching.
Music Education Instrumental General Music K-12, Bachelor of Science
This degree is a pathway to licensure in the state of Minnesota. Students will be prepared to teach music in a variety of settings and gain the skills needed to become proficient in teaching brass, woodwind, string, and percussion instruments in K-12 public and private schools.
Music Education Vocal General Music K-12, Bachelor of Science
This degree is a pathway to licensure in the state of Minnesota. Students will be prepared to teach music in a variety of settings, as well as lead choral ensembles and teach general music classes in K-12 public and private schools.
Physics Teaching, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Physics Teaching provides a strong foundational knowledge of physics laws and principles, while pairing with an educational curriculum to prepare students for working in a school setting. This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories. The Physics Teaching Bachelor of Science prepares students to teach physics in middle and high school settings.
Spanish Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Spanish Teaching is CAEP accredited and prepares you for a career in teaching with a focus on Spanish language and culture.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Minor
The minor prepares undergraduate students to teach English learners in a variety of U.S. and international contexts, including K-12 and higher education.
K - 12 and Secondary Social Studies Teaching Programs - Undergraduate
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Anthropology
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in anthropology.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Economics
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in economics.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Geography
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in geography.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–History
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in history.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Political Science
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in political science.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Psychology
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in psychology.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Sociology
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in sociology.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Anthropology
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in anthropology.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Economics
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in economics.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Geography
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in geography.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–History
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in history.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Political Science
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in political science.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Psychology
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in psychology.
Social Studies Teaching, Bachelor of Science–Sociology
The Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Teaching prepares students to obtain a Minnesota teaching license and teach social studies in grades 5-12. The program prepares students to teach all of the areas of the social studies with a concentration in sociology.
K - 12 and Secondary Programs - Graduate
Education, Master of Arts in Teaching
Unlock your future as a transformative educator with our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program. Designed to equip you with the skills and credentials needed for initial licensure, our program prepares you to inspire and lead in 5-12 and K-12 classrooms.
School Library and Information Studies, Master of Science (online)
Step into the future of education with our dynamic 24-36 month School Library and Information Studies program. Choose your path to success with two options: earn a certificate in School Library and Information Studies or elevate your expertise with a master's degree (MS) in School Library and Information Studies alongside your certificate.
Teaching and Learning, Master of Science (online)
Elevate your teaching career with the Teaching and Learning M.S. degree, designed to enhance your skills in teaching, technology, and leadership. This program is perfect for teachers who aspire to broaden their knowledge, boost classroom performance, and better serve every learner. Join us and take your expertise to the next level.
Culturally Responsive Teaching, Graduate Certificate
Elevate your career with our graduate certificate program. This program empowers educators to explore foundational theory and integrate students' cultural backgrounds to inform pedagogical practices while exploring personal, educational, and societal assumptions and biases.
Curriculum and Technology, Graduate Certificate
Enhance your teaching with the Curriculum and Technology Graduate Certificate! Designed for educators, this program equips you with research-based strategies to integrate curriculum and technology for diverse learners. Gain the skills to create equitable, student-centered learning experiences while advancing your career and classroom impact. Take the next step in innovative education—enroll today!
Planning and Students' Learning, Graduate Certificate
Advance your teaching with our graduate certificate program. Gain research-based skills and frameworks to meet the instructional, assessment, and technology needs of diverse student populations. Create equitable, student-centered learning. Open to all educators, this program is perfect for those looking to broaden their knowledge base, enhance classroom performance, and better serve every learner. Join us and transform your impact in education!
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure, Graduate Certificate
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure graduate certificate (GC) prepares students to obtain either a 5-12 or a K-12 Minnesota teaching license in one of the specialized content area teaching programs offered through the College of Education. This graduate certificate program is designed for students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are now seeking a MN teacher license.
Education, Master of Arts in Teaching
Unlock your future as a transformative educator with our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program. Designed to equip you with the skills and credentials needed for initial licensure, our program prepares you to inspire and lead in 5-12 and K-12 classrooms.
School Library and Information Studies, Master of Science (online)
Step into the future of education with our dynamic 24-36 month School Library and Information Studies program. Choose your path to success with two options: earn a certificate in School Library and Information Studies or elevate your expertise with a master's degree (MS) in School Library and Information Studies alongside your certificate.
Teaching and Learning, Master of Science (online)
Elevate your teaching career with the Teaching and Learning M.S. degree, designed to enhance your skills in teaching, technology, and leadership. This program is perfect for teachers who aspire to broaden their knowledge, boost classroom performance, and better serve every learner. Join us and take your expertise to the next level.
Culturally Responsive Teaching, Graduate Certificate
Elevate your career with our graduate certificate program. This program empowers educators to explore foundational theory and integrate students' cultural backgrounds to inform pedagogical practices while exploring personal, educational, and societal assumptions and biases.
Curriculum and Technology, Graduate Certificate
Enhance your teaching with the Curriculum and Technology Graduate Certificate! Designed for educators, this program equips you with research-based strategies to integrate curriculum and technology for diverse learners. Gain the skills to create equitable, student-centered learning experiences while advancing your career and classroom impact. Take the next step in innovative education—enroll today!
Planning and Students' Learning, Graduate Certificate
Advance your teaching with our graduate certificate program. Gain research-based skills and frameworks to meet the instructional, assessment, and technology needs of diverse student populations. Create equitable, student-centered learning. Open to all educators, this program is perfect for those looking to broaden their knowledge base, enhance classroom performance, and better serve every learner. Join us and transform your impact in education!
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure, Graduate Certificate
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure graduate certificate (GC) prepares students to obtain either a 5-12 or a K-12 Minnesota teaching license in one of the specialized content area teaching programs offered through the College of Education. This graduate certificate program is designed for students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are now seeking a MN teacher license.
Ed-Fest Get Connected. Get Involved
Join us for EdFest! Our annual fall engagement fair is the perfect opportunity to connect with classmates, make new friends, and meet your current and future faculty. Enjoy prizes, music, free food, and informative booths!
Exploring Teaching Careers Learning Community
Passionate about education? Join our learning community where future secondary, elementary, and special education teachers build their teaching skills and professionalism. Develop a strong sense of community, commitment, and a deeper understanding of the teaching profession.
Additional Resources
Education Minnesota: Aspiring Educators
Education Minnesota Aspiring Educators is a pre-professional organization that connects you with resources, networks, and leadership opportunities to support your journey from student to teacher.
Teachers of Tomorrow
Teachers of Tomorrow (ToT) empowers future educators to participate in discussions, scholarship, and social justice initiatives aimed at transforming the teaching profession through antiracist practices.
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