Bachelor in Secondary Education
Waukesha, USA
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
As a middle and high school teacher, you’ll combine your passion for a particular subject with your role as an advocate, collaborator, and leader in the classroom. To prepare for a career teaching in a middle school or high school, you'll combine a secondary education major with one of our subject-focused majors.
Carroll University’s secondary education program provides you with the knowledge and skills to be a successful educator in a middle school and high school setting. You’ll study equitable and inclusive teaching practices, the role of inquiry in teaching and learning, and methods for content area teaching. In our secondary education program, you'll major in the subject you want to teach: biology, chemistry, English, environmental science, history, mathematics, political science, psychology, or sociology and obtain licensure as a teacher in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science or Social Studies. You develop depth in your content area, as well as the breadth of knowledge you will need to teach concepts across various grade levels.
Carroll education students benefit from strong partnerships with local school districts, which means you’ll have opportunities to observe and assist in real classrooms and build experiences in school settings, beginning before your final year. You will graduate from Carroll with a wide variety of experiences in learning, teaching, and networking, all preparing you to transform education in our schools and communities. The combination of a strong liberal arts background with the scholarly application of theory, methods, and skills related to teaching and learning is integral to our program.
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Courses in the Major
- EDU 102 - Exploration in Education and Society 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 202 - Intercultural Context in Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 203 - Educational Psychology 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 210 - Field Experience in Education I 1 Hour(s)
- EDU 249 - Development, Observation, and Assessment 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 261 - Introduction to Inclusive Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 290 - Instructional Design for the Early Adolescent/Adolescent Learner 2 Hour(s)
- EDU 302 - Educational Advocacy 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 306 - Literacy in the Disciplines 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 353 - Instruction and Assessment for Disciplinary Content 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 353L - Instruction and Assessment for Disciplinary Content Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- EDU 360 - Teaching and Learning with English Language Learners 2 Hour(s)
- EDU 409 - Secondary and K-12 Student Teaching 6 Hour(s)
- EDU 410 - Secondary and K-12 Student Teaching 6 Hour(s)
Required Core and General Education Program Area Courses
Students should consult with their Education advisor to select courses that meet the GE1 and GE 2 course sequence requirements, the Cross-Cultural Development course, and Cross-Cultural Experience. Students seeking licensure in Science or Social Studies should enroll in ENV 120 or ENV 252 as part of their General Education Program.
Special Education Dual Certification
The Teacher Education Program offers Cross Categorical Special Education (K-12) with two certification tracks: 1) Special Education/Elementary Education and 2) Special Education/Secondary Education. The program focuses on research-based models, including effective strategies and interventions to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this emphasis and are endorsed for an initial teaching license through their K-9 (elementary) or grades 4-12 (secondary) program will be endorsed for the Cross Categorical Special Education (#2801) as an additional license.
Emphasis in Dual Certification: Cross-Categorical Special Education (K-12)
- EDU 234 - Language Development and Disorders of the Exceptional Child 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 312 - Field Experience-Adaptive Education 1 Hour(s)
- EDU 330 - Introduction to Diagnostic Assessment of Students with Exceptional Needs 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 364 - Collaboration for Academic, Social and Career Development 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 372 - Instructional Design and Methodology for Students with Mild to Moderate Learning Disabilities 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 373 - Instructional Design and Methodology for Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 423 - Special Education Student Teaching 6 Hour(s)
Note: Elementary Education majors adding the Special Education emphasis complete EDU 423 as their second student teaching course rather than completing EDU 420. Secondary Education majors adding the Special Education Emphasis complete EDU 423 as their second student teaching course rather than completing EDU 410.
English as a Second Language Dual Licensure Program
The English as a Second Language (ESL) undergraduate program at Carroll University is an emphasis that can be added to an Elementary Education major or a Secondary Education major. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this emphasis and are endorsed for an initial teaching license through their grades K-9 (Elementary) or grades 4-12 (Secondary) program will be endorsed for the English as a Second Language #1395 as an additional license.
The ESL program is 20 credits in coursework and 7 credits in clinical experiences; of these 27 credits, candidates have already completed 6 credits of this coursework and 7 credits of clinical experiences in their Elementary or Secondary Education major. Therefore, to complete the ESL program and be eligible for this additional license through the WI-DPI, students complete an additional 14 credits of coursework in addition to their Education major.
The following courses in the Elementary Education and Secondary Education majors apply to the ESL emphasis:
- EDU 202 - Intercultural Context in Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 311 - Field Experience in Education II 1 Hour(s)
Students complete the following coursework for the ESL emphasis:
- EDU 216 - Foundations of Multilingual Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 220 - Applied Linguistics for Educators 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 335 - Methods of Teaching and Learning with Emergent Bilingual Students 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 340 - Multiple Literacies and Multilingualism in Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 422 - Special Student Teaching Practicum 1 - 6 Hour(s)
Notes:
*EDU 335 replaces the requirement for completing EDU 360 Teaching and Learning with English Language Learners (2 credits) in the Elementary Education or Secondary Education program.
**Elementary Education majors adding the ESL emphasis complete EDU 422 as their second student teaching course rather than completing EDU 420; Secondary Education majors adding the ESL emphasis will complete EDU 422 as their second student teaching course rather than completing EDU 410.
In order to successfully meet the standards for the English as a Second Language program and be eligible for licensure, students must meet the following requirements in addition to successfully completing the required coursework:
- Students meet the content knowledge assessment by earning a 3.0 in the coursework or passing the Praxis II exam in this content area.
- Students do not have to complete Praxis II exam if they earn a 3.0 in the ESL coursework
- Students must earn a C or better in each of the ESL courses.
- Students must receive a satisfactory evaluation from their cooperating teacher in the ESL clinical placements.
Bilingual/Bicultural Education Licensure Program
The Bilingual/Bicultural Education (BBE) undergraduate program at Carroll University is an emphasis that can be added to an Elementary Education major or a Secondary Education major. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this emphasis and are endorsed for an initial teaching license through their grades K-9 (Elementary) or grades 4-12 (Secondary) program will be endorsed for the Bilingual/Bicultural Education #023 as a supplemental license through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
The BBE program is 20 credits in EDU coursework and 7 credits in EDU clinical experiences. Of these 27 credits, candidates have already completed 6 credits of this coursework and 7 credits of clinical experiences in their Elementary or Secondary Education major. Therefore, to complete the BBE program and be eligible for this supplemental license through the WI-DPI, students complete an additional 14 credits of EDU coursework in addition to their Education major. Candidates who wish to obtain a BBE supplemental license must also complete the equivalent of 4 semesters of Spanish coursework, an approved Spanish-language CCD Course in the Pioneer.
Additional Notes:
*EDU 218 Foundations of Bilingual/Bicultural Education and EDU 358 Biliteracy: Theory and Methods are taught in Spanish
**EDU 335 replaces the requirement for completing EDU 360 Teaching and Learning with English Language Learners (2 credits) in the Elementary Education or Secondary Education program
***Elementary Education majors adding the BBE emphasis complete EDU 422 as their second student teaching course rather than completing EDU 420; Secondary Education majors adding the BBE emphasis will complete EDU 422 as their second student teaching course rather than completing EDU 410
In order to successfully meet the student learning outcomes/standards for the Bilingual/Bicultural Program and be eligible for licensure, students must meet the following requirements:
- Students meet the content knowledge assessment by earning a minimum assessment of “intermediate high” on the ACTFL exam in the areas of oral proficiency and written proficiency
- Students must earn a C or better in each EDU course
- Students must receive a satisfactory evaluation from their cooperating teacher in the BBE clinical placements
The following courses in the Elementary Education and Secondary Education majors apply to the BBE emphasis:
- EDU 202 - Intercultural Context in Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 311 - Field Experience in Education II 1 Hour(s)
Students complete the following coursework for the ESL emphasis:
- EDU 218 - Foundations of Bilingual/Bicultural Education 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 220 - Applied Linguistics for Educators 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 335 - Methods of Teaching and Learning with Emergent Bilingual Students 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 358 - Biliteracy: Theory and Methods 4 Hour(s)
- EDU 422 - Special Student Teaching Practicum 1 - 6 Hour(s)
Clinical Placements
As an education student at Carroll University, you’ll benefit from our longstanding partnerships with numerous local school districts in Waukesha and Milwaukee counties. Through these ample in-school opportunities you’ll develop practical skills and build professional relationships. Two discrete practicum experiences in your sophomore and senior years place you in a classroom for 40 hours per semester. Further embedded experiences are available in methods courses throughout the program, culminating with a K-12 semester-long student teaching placement in your final semester. In addition, you’ll be eligible to apply for a unique teacher residency program that places you with a local school for your final two semesters.
The University participates in three types of financial aid programs for its International students: scholarships, grants, and employment.
Scholarships
Carroll University offers completive scholarships for international undergraduate students. 100 percent of Carroll University students receive scholarship assistance, which helps them find a balance between studies, work, and extra-curricular activities. Scholarships play a key role in maintaining Carroll's accessibility for all students. On average our international scholarship covers 45-55% of the cost of attendance for full-time undergraduate students.
Grants
Grants are awarded based upon a student’s demonstrated financial need in addition to the guaranteed International scholarship. Like scholarships, grants are considered gift aid that does not need to be repaid.
Student Employment
University employment opportunities allow students to work part-time on campus, earn an hourly wage and receive a monthly paycheck while attending Carroll. Students may work from approximately five to fourteen hours each week. The number of hours a student may work depends upon the student’s financial aid award. International students get awarded an average of $2,000-$2,500 in university employment grants every year.
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