The post-baccalaureate certification program in Secondary Education Mathematics is designed for individuals who:
• possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, and
• want to teach Mathematics (7-12) in Pennsylvania.
Students who successfully complete the program requirements will be recommended for certification as a Secondary Mathematics Instructional I teacher.
The program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and was designed in conjunction with the Computer Science and Mathematical Sciences Program at Penn State Harrisburg.
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.
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.
