The certification program in Secondary Education Mathematics is designed for an individual who holds a baccalaureate degree and wants to become certified to teach mathematics in Pennsylvania secondary schools (grades 7-12). Students who successfully complete the requirements will be recommended for the Secondary Mathematics Instructional I teaching certificate.
The program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. This program is recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
Degree Conferred: None; this program is for attaining PA teacher certification only.
Attending Penn State Harrisburg has been a wonderful experience rich with opportunities. From my classes, I garnered a strong grasp of pedagogy and a solid understanding of the Mathematics I will be teaching. I feel this is certainly a direct result of the rigor of the program. Moreover, Penn State Harrisburg has provided me with a wealth of professional development, from hosting various speakers to flying with a group of my peers to Los Angeles so that we could attend national conventions. The program has also provided me with ample time to observe and teach in the classroom at various local school districts. From these experiences I know that I am ready to enter the field of education.
