The post-baccalaureate certification program in Secondary Education English is designed for individuals who:
• possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, and
• want to teach English Language Arts (7-12) in Pennsylvania
Students who successfully complete the program requirements will be recommended for certification as a Secondary English Instructional I teacher.
This program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
An M.Ed. degree in Teaching and Curriculum may be attained after certification coursework has been completed. Students may apply 12 credits of their certification courses toward the Master of Education degree in Teaching and Curriculum.
After working for a corporation for a few years, I decided to take a leap of faith and pursue my dream of becoming an English teacher through Penn State Harrisburg. Looking back, I cannot be more pleased with or proud of my decision. Penn State Harrisburg’s English education program is rigorous, challenging, and requires grit. My professors were supportive, provided frequent individual attention and guidance, and helped me to realize my full potential. The harder I worked, the more opportunities were afforded. Penn State Harrisburg (and Schreyer Honors College) opened up doors for me to explore many of my own interests and to develop as a scholar. I will remain in contact with many of my professors and colleagues because they continue to have a positive impact on my teaching today.
