Master’s Degree (M.Ed.) in Secondary Education plus Certification
The Master’s Degree in Secondary Education plus Certification program is for those seeking initial certification and includes a student teaching component. Specializations are available in: Art, Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, Physics, or Social Sciences.
Contact Information
Patricia Willems
Associate Professor
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Office Location: ES BC52 - 207
Campus: Davie
The Master's Degree in Secondary Education plus Certification provides an opportunity for people to prepare for a new career in teaching and to earn a Master's degree. The program is designed for students who want to be excellent school teachers and who already have a bachelor's degree with credits in one of the following subject areas: art, biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, physics, or social sciences. Upon completion of this program, which includes student teaching, the student will be eligible for Florida professional certification in the certification area
Program Overview
Consult the FAU Course Catalog for course descriptions and other details.
The MASTER’S DEGREE in SECONDARY EDUCATION WITH ESOL PLUS CERTIFICATION prepares students for a career in teaching while earning a master’s degree. It is designed for students holding a bachelor’s degree in one of the following subject areas: art, biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, physics or social sciences. Upon program completion, including student teaching, the student will be eligible for Florida Professional Certification.
CORE COURSES |
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| EDF 6229 Educational Psychology or EDF 6138 Adolescent Development & Young Adulthood |
| EDF 6887 Foundations of MCE or EDG 6705 Seminar in MCE EDG 6408 Managing Inclusive Classrooms & Effective Discipline |
| RED 6361 Teaching Reading in Secondary & Middle School |
| RED 6546 Reading Diagnosis |
| RED 6548 Remedial Reading |
| EDG 6345 Instructional Strategies & Assessment Practices |
| TSL 6345 Methods of Teaching ESOL & BE |
| TSL 6142 Curriculum Development in TESOL & BE |
SPECIAL METHODS (Select one) |
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| ARE 6342 Art Education in Secondary School |
| RED 6351 Developmental Reading |
| MAE 6155 Teaching Mathematics: Middle & High School |
| SCE 6151 Science: Elem. & Middle School |
| SSE 6151 Social Studies: Elem. & Middle School |
FINAL SEMESTER |
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| RED 6836 Reading Practicum |
| EDG 6940 Internship in Secondary Education |
Admission Requirements
Application will require applicant to submit:
- Official transcripts including all undergraduate coursework and evidence of bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (3.0 GPA required)
- Personal Statement outlining interest in the program
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation that highlight the candidate's academic potential
- Any additional requirements for the degree for which you are applying that are listed on the application
After your application is completed, it will be forwarded to the Department of Curriculum & Instruction for a decision.
How to Apply
To be considered for admission into masters programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, applicants must complete a graduate application through the Graduate College.