Science and Mathematics Education
Secondary (High School) Majors
Prepare for a high demand job by becoming a science or math teacher. You will enjoy a fulfilling career with many employment options. As a teacher, you can share your love of science or math and make a difference in your community.
In Washington, as a secondary teacher you will receive certification to teach grades 5-12, but most teach at the high school level: grades 9-12. If you are interested in teaching middle school, consider the Middle-Level Science major or Middle-Level Math major.
In order to become a secondary teacher you need to double major in STEM Teaching Program and one of the majors listed below:
- Applied Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Environmental Studies: Geology
- Environmental Geological Sciences
- Geology
- Secondary Mathematics
- Physics
The most current program requirements and course descriptions are available on the online course catalog.
Questions? Contact Sam Ludlow at Samantha.Ludlow@cwu.edu.
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