Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate
Department website: https://www.atu.edu/tel
The Advanced Secondary Certificate program is designed for students pursuing a four-year degree in a specific subject area while simultaneously completing educational coursework to qualify for teaching at the secondary level. This unique program allows students to fulfill the requirements for both their subject-specific degree and a teaching credential, preparing them for a career in secondary education.
Through a combination of elective courses in education, candidates will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively teach at the secondary level. Upon completion of the program, students will not only possess expertise in their chosen academic discipline but also hold certification to teach in secondary education settings. This certification aligns with state licensure requirements and equips graduates with the tools needed to succeed in diverse secondary classrooms.
The Advanced Secondary Certificate program provides a seamless path to becoming a well-rounded educator, combining academic subject mastery with essential pedagogical training to meet the needs of today’s secondary learners.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDMD 2013 | Integrating Instructional Technology | 3 |
| SEED 2003 | Education as a Profession | 3 |
| SEED 2113 | Human Development and Learning Theories | 3 |
| SEED 4503 | Seminar in Secondary Education | 3 |
| SEED 4553 | Classroom Application of Educational Psychology | 3 |
| SEED 4909 | Residency B | 9 |
| SPED 4052 | Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners | 2 |
| Total Hours | 26 | |
All initial licensure education programs at Arkansas Tech University are CAEP-accredited and are designed to meet the InTASC Teaching Standards. These standards are also mapped to Danielson’s Framework for Teaching (FFT), utilized within the Arkansas Teacher Excellence and Support System (TESS).
The InTASC Standards are organized into four key categories:
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The Learner and Learning: This includes Standards 1 & 2 (Learner Development and Learning Differences) and Standard 3 (Learning Environment). These standards align with FFT/TESS Domains 1 & 2.
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Content Knowledge: This category includes Standards 4 (Content Knowledge) and 5 (Application of Content). It is aligned with FFT/TESS Domains 1, 2, 3, and 4.
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Instructional Practice: This includes Standards 6 (Assessment), 7 (Planning for Instruction), and 8 (Instructional Strategies). It aligns with FFT/TESS Domains 1, 2, and 3.
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Professional Responsibility: This category includes Standards 9 (Professional Learning and Ethical Practice) and 10 (Leadership and Collaboration), which correspond to FFT/TESS Domain 4.
For program assessment visit: https://www.atu.edu/assessment/program_assessment.php