The B.S. in secondary education (SED) program develops and trains educators equipped to teach sixth through 12th grades who demonstrate the knowledge, skills, professional dispositions and Christian attitudes associated with being an effective teacher.
Upon graduation, students will be fully certified teachers for the state of Georgia. Graduates are credentialed to teach in both public and private schools.
Use reflection, inquiry and critical analysis to improve teaching practices and professional behaviors.
Use skills, attitudes, Christian behaviors and positive interpersonal relationships associated with being an effective teacher with all students.
Plan and implement an effective classroom management system.
Students progress from general education courses and foundational education courses into the Teacher Education Program (TEP), which includes three terms of teacher education courses with field experiences and one term of student teaching experience in a local public middle or high school. Students select one of the following three concentrations toward the goal of teaching that subject at the secondary level: biology, English, or history.
Students progress from general education courses and foundational education courses into the Teacher Education Program (TEP), which includes three terms of teacher education courses with field experiences and one term of student teaching experience in a local public middle or high school. Students select one of the following three concentrations toward the goal of teaching that subject at the secondary level: biology, English, or history.
“I came to Point because it was close to home, but what kept me at Point was the community and the relationships I built. The relationships weren’t just my peers, but with professors. They helped me understand my calling. After working closely with them, I realized I could take the things I am passionate about and turn them into a career.”
Students begin spending time in classrooms at the beginning of their junior year. Most students complete student teaching with Troup County Schools; however, some students have completed student teaching at different locations.
Point’s degree in secondary education will equip you with the knowledge and tools to launch successful careers in education through roles such as:
