Bachelor’s Degree with Secondary Education Endorsement
prepare to teach grades 6–12 in Nebraska classrooms.
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Pursue a Bachelor’s degree at Bellevue University and complement your studies with a Secondary Education endorsement. Nebraska needs teachers dedicated to helping students grow, and at Bellevue University, you’ll be prepared to bring a wealth of knowledge into your own classroom. Completing an endorsement qualifies you to become certified to teach grades 6–12, opening doors to numerous career opportunities.
Through coursework and practical experiences, including student teaching, internships, and fieldwork, you’ll apply educational theory in real-world settings. Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree and Secondary Education endorsement equips you to obtain certification through the Nebraska Department of Education and start your teaching career with confidence.
10 endorsements complementing seven degrees
Prepares you to become a certified grade 6–12 teacher
curriculum
Your curriculum will vary depending on your primary field of study. The following fields of study are available for the secondary education endorsement:
- BS in Biology
- Biology endorsement
- Chemistry endorsement
- Science endorsement
- BS in History
- Social Science endorsement
- History endorsement
- BS in Business Administration, emphasis in BMIT – Business, Marketing & IT endorsement
- BS in Public Health Education – Health Education endorsement
- BS in Mathematics – Mathematics endorsement
- BA in Health & Human Performance – Physical Education endorsement
- BA in Psychology – Psychology endorsement
You may complete a supplemental endorsement in either Coaching or Information Technology alongside one of the non-supplemental endorsements (those listed above). You will also complete a 35-credit Professional Education Core, designed for pre-service teachers to enter the teaching profession.
To receive a customized degree plan and learn more, reach out to us.
admissions
We are committed to helping you pursue your degree and achieve your career goals. We offer a generous transfer policy and credit for work experience, so you can maximize your savings and get the most out of the credits you’ve earned. We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about going back to school and we’re here to help make it seamless for you.
Please note that to obtain entrance into the secondary education certification program, you need to first be accepted into an appropriate degree program at Bellevue University.
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