Major Requirements
Modality: Face-to-Face
The 120 credit-hour minimum is achievable by using specific courses that meet both general education requirements and the Secondary Education major curriculum requirements. We recommend students work with their academic advisor.
The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education degree leads to the state of Illinois Professional Educator Licensure in Secondary Education. Secondary Education majors must complete all requirements of the College of Education to be eligible for licensure.
Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) are general education courses Concordia-Chicago agrees to accept in lieu of comparable, lower-division general education requirements. For more information regarding IAI transfer credit, please see the Illinois Board of Higher Education’s iTransfer website at www.itransfer.org.
This major requires a grade of C or higher for all courses (including general education).
The Secondary Education program requires students to choose one area of endorsement for licensure. CUC’s approved areas of endorsement are listed below:
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Science Education (STEM Emphasis)
- Social Sciences
A course in the major must have the grade C or higher to apply to the major. No course in the major may be taken on the Pass/Fail grade option. No course in the approved program may be taken on the Pass/Fail grade option with the exception of the student teaching internship. If you want information on the available endorsements, click here.
University Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COL-1995 | Vocation and College Success (Freshman only, transfer students are exempt) | 1 |
Theology – Public Teacher Education (6 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Studies Course, select one | 3 | |
| The Bible (B) | ||
| Introduction to the Old Testament (B) | ||
| Introduction to the New Testament (B) | ||
| Theological Studies Course | 3 | |
| Introduction to Christianity (S) | ||
Communication (9 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-1100 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENG-2000 | Writing About Literature | 3 |
| The above courses must pass with a C or higher per IAI requirements. | ||
| COM-1100 | Speech Communication | 3 |
Humanities (9 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities: Select one from the following | 3 | |
| History of the American People to 1877 1 | ||
or HIS-1250 | History of the American People since 1877 | |
| Fine Arts: Select one course from the following | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Visual Arts | ||
| Two-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Three-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Western Art: Pre-History through Renaissance | ||
| Western Art: Post Renaissance through Contemporary | ||
| Non-Western Art | ||
| Introduction to Film Studies | ||
| World Perspectives Through Documentary | ||
| Exploration of Music | ||
| Survey of Western Music | ||
| Music of World Cultures | ||
| History of Jazz | ||
| Introduction to Theater | ||
| Select one Humanities or Fine Arts from the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Visual Arts | ||
| Two-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Three-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Non-Western Art | ||
| Western Art: Pre-History through Renaissance | ||
| Western Art: Post Renaissance through Contemporary | ||
| American Sign Language I | ||
| American Sign Language II | ||
| Introduction to Film Studies | ||
| World Perspectives Through Documentary | ||
| Literature for Children, Adolescents and Young Adults | ||
| Non-Western Literature | ||
| U.S. Latina/o Literature(s) | ||
| Greek & Roman Mythology | ||
| Lewis and Tolkien | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Classical World Literature | ||
| Modern World Literature | ||
| German for Reading I | ||
| German for Reading II | ||
| Greek I | ||
| Greek II | ||
| Hebrew I | ||
| Hebrew II | ||
| History of Modern Europe Since 1815 | ||
| World History to 1500 | ||
| World History Since 1500 | ||
| U.S. Women's History | ||
| African American History | ||
| Hispanic and Latino American History | ||
| Ancient Greek and Roman Civilizations | ||
| Latin I | ||
| Latin II | ||
| Exploration of Music | ||
| Survey of Western Music | ||
| Music of World Cultures | ||
| History of Jazz | ||
| Primer in Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion | ||
| Introduction to Logic | ||
| Elementary Spanish I | ||
| Elementary Spanish II | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Intermediate Spanish II | ||
| Introduction to Theater | ||
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Secondary Math or Science majors may choose HIS-1425
Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| EDUC-2020 | Human and Cognitive Development (This course is an ISBE requirement ) | 3 |
| PSY-2125 | Child and Adolescent Psychology | 3 |
| Select one additional course from the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Geography of North America | ||
| World Geography: Culture Patterns | ||
| The Developing World | ||
| Introduction to Global Cultural Studies | ||
| Engaging Diversity: U.S. Perspectives | ||
| American Government and Politics | ||
| International Relations | ||
| Introduction to Comparative Politics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| The Mind and the Brain | ||
| Developmental Psychology: Life Span | ||
| Social Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Race, Ethnicity, and Racism in the U.S. | ||
Physical and Life Science (7-8 Hours)
All College of Education students must complete coursework in the following areas: biology, chemistry or earth science. At least one of the courses in science must include a lab.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one Physical Science course from the list below | 4 | |
| Consumer Chemistry (With Lab) | ||
| Chemistry in the World Today | ||
| Health Science Applications in Chemistry | ||
| Fundamentals of Chemistry (With Lab) | ||
| General Chemistry I (With Lab) | ||
| General Chemistry II (With Lab) | ||
| Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (With Lab) | ||
| Elements of Earth Science (With Lab) | ||
| Concepts in Life and Physical Science (With Lab) | ||
| Energy and Our Environment (With Lab) | ||
| Introduction to Sustainability (With Lab) | ||
| Physics of Things We Use (With Lab) | ||
| Select one Life Science from the list below | 3 | |
| Biology in the World Today (With Lab) | ||
| Medical Terminology | ||
| General Biology I (With Lab) | ||
| General Biology II (With Lab) | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology I (With Lab) | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology II (With Lab) | ||
| Fundamentals of Microbiology (With Lab) | ||
Mathematics (3 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one for 3 credits | 3 | |
| Non-Math Content Specialists (not a Secondary Math Major) | ||
| MAT-1550 | Finite Mathematics | 3 |
| or MAT-1805 | College Algebra | |
| Math Content Specialists ( Secondary Math Majors) | ||
| MAT-1820 | Pre-Calculus | 3 |
Student must also take the Theology-Church Worker Studies Minor (21 Hours).
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Methods Course | 3 | |
| Lutheran Teacher: Vocation and Methods | ||
| Theology Courses (2.75 GPA is Required) | ||
| Required courses | 12 | |
| Introduction to the Old Testament (B) | ||
| Martin Luther's Small and Large Catechisms (S) | ||
| Introduction to the New Testament (B) | ||
| Survey of Church History (H) | ||
| Select two courses from list below: | 6 | |
| The Augsburg Confession and its Apology (S) | ||
| The Ancient Creeds, the Smalcald Articles, and the Treaties (S) | ||
| The Formula of Concord (S) | ||
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Foundational Courses in Education | ||
| EDUC-1050 | Introduction to American Education 1 | 3 |
| EDUC-1070 | Media and Technology in the Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC-2020 | Human and Cognitive Development (This may satisfy a General Education requirement ) | 3 |
| EDUC-2050 | Teaching in Diverse Classrooms | 3 |
| EDUC-2090 | Characteristics and Instruction of Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| Secondary Education Major Courses | ||
| EDUC-4100 | Foundations of Ethics of American Education | 3 |
| PSY-2125 | Child and Adolescent Psychology (This may satisfy a General Education requirement ) | 3 |
| Professional Secondary Education Program 2 | ||
| EDSC-3600 | Teaching at the Secondary Level | 3 |
| EDSC-4220 | Literacy Instruction in the Content Areas | 3 |
| EDSC-4800 | Assessment and Management of Middle/Secondary Grades | 3 |
| Content Areas (Select One) | 34-51 Hours | |
| English/Language Arts Coursework (34 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in English Language Arts studies and a passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| Linguistics | ||
| Classical World Literature | ||
or ENG-2600 | Modern World Literature | |
| British Literature to 1785 | ||
| British Literature II | ||
| Literary Theory & Criticism | ||
| Literature/Related Media for Adolescents | ||
| Shakespeare | ||
| Research and Writing Capstone | ||
| Practicum in Teaching Composition | ||
| Select two additional ENG courses | ||
| Non-Western Literature | ||
| U.S. Latina/o Literature(s) | ||
| Greek & Roman Mythology | ||
| Lewis and Tolkien | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Twentieth Century American Fiction | ||
| Twentieth Century Poetry | ||
| Mathematics Coursework (36 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in Mathematics and passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Problem Solving with Number Theory | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Calculus II | ||
| Probability and Statistics | ||
| Calculus III | ||
| History of Mathematics | ||
| Mathematical Proof | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| College Geometry | ||
| Group Theory | ||
| Real Analysis | ||
| Science – Biology Designation Coursework (49-51 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in the Natural Sciences and a passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Required Natural Science | ||
| General Biology I (With Lab) | ||
| Physics of Things We Use (With Lab) | ||
| Required Biology Core | ||
| General Biology II (With Lab) | ||
| Microbiology (With Lab) | ||
| Molecular and Cell Biology (With Lab) | ||
| General Ecology (With Lab) | ||
| Genetics (With Lab) | ||
| Seminar in Biology | ||
| Biology Electives | ||
| Select six to eight additional hours from BIO courses 3 | ||
| Coursework from other Science Designations | ||
| General Chemistry I (With Lab) 4 | ||
or CHE-2200 | Fundamentals of Chemistry (With Lab) | |
| General Chemistry II (With Lab) 4 | ||
or CHE-2300 | Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (With Lab) | |
| Social Science - History Coursework (27 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in the Social Sciences and a passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Required Social Science Core | 18 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| World Geography: Culture Patterns | ||
| World History Since 1500 | ||
| Seminar in Writing and Researching History | ||
| A History of Illinois | ||
| Senior Seminar | ||
| Choose 9 hours from the following courses: | ||
| Select 3 hours from American History | 3 | |
| Antebellum America | ||
| Contemporary America | ||
| The American Religious Experience | ||
| Topics and Readings in History | ||
| 3 hours from Non-Western History | 3 | |
| African History | ||
| Twentieth Century World History | ||
| Non-Western Historical Studies | ||
| Topics and Readings in History | ||
| Select 3 hours from European History | 3 | |
| The Age of Reform, 1400-1650 | ||
| Europe In Our Time: 1918-Present | ||
| Topics and Readings in History | ||
| Secondary Methods Coursework in the Subject Area for Endorsement | 3 | |
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Art | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary English | ||
| Content and Methods for Teaching World Languages at Mid/Sec Level | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Math | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Science | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Social Science | ||
| Content and Methods for Teaching Physical Education at the PK-12 Level | ||
| Student Teaching Internship Semester | ||
| Register for the course pertaining to the subject area from the following list: | 15 | |
| Student Teaching Internship Art: Secondary/Middle Grades | ||
| Student Teaching Internship: English Language Arts Middle Grades/Secondary Education | ||
| Student Teaching Internship: Math Middle Grades/ Secondary Education | ||
| Student Teaching Internship Physical Education: Secondary/Middle Grades | ||
| Student Teaching Internship: Science Middle Grades/Secondary Education | ||
| Student Teaching Internship: Social Science Middle Grades/Secondary Education | ||
| EDUC-4985 | Student Teaching Seminar | 0 |
| Total Hours | 109-126 | |
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LTE candidates should take EDUC-1060 Intro to American Education for Public & Lutheran Teachers.
- 2
Must be admitted to Teacher Candidacy to enroll in the professional methods coursework. The professional coursework sequence focuses on the professional formation of the teacher. Coursework contains clinical work in schools to connect coursework with the secondary school classroom experience.
- 3
Excluding BIO-1201 Biology in the World Today (With Lab)
- 4
CHE-2300 Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (With Lab) must be taken if CHE-2200 Fundamentals of Chemistry (With Lab) is selected above)
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Course meets general education requirements and major requirements. While fulfilling two requirements, course credit is only counted once. Course credit is included in the general education credit total.
The total hours for the program is 120 credits. This includes general education, electives and major requirements above.
Student Teaching Internship
The Student Teaching Internship is an assignment to teach for 16 weeks in a secondary setting in the candidate’s subject endorsement area under the guidance of a classroom cooperating teacher. The intern will be supported and evaluated by the University supervisor. Candidates must meet the requirements for Transition Point Two: Admission to the Student Teaching Internship Semester to begin the internship. Subsequently, candidates must meet the requirements for Transition Point Three: Successful completion of the Student Teaching Internship Semester. Attendance at scheduled edTPA seminars and Colloquium is required.
The College of Education Manual provides details and guidelines for meeting the criteria for successful completion of the Internship Semester and the process for obtaining the Illinois Professional Educator License.
Major Requirements
Modality: Face-to-Face
The 120 credit-hour minimum is achievable by using specific courses that meet both general education requirements and the Secondary Education major curriculum requirements. A course in the major must have the grade C or higher to apply to the major. No course in the major may be taken on the Pass/Fail grade option. No course in the approved program may be taken on the Pass/Fail grade option with the exception of the student teaching internship. If you want information on the available endorsements, click here.
Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) are general education courses Concordia-Chicago agrees to accept in lieu of comparable, lower-division general education requirements. For more information regarding IAI transfer credit, please see the Illinois Board of Higher Education’s iTransfer website at www.itransfer.org.
This major requires a grade of C or higher for all courses (including general education)
University Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COL-1995 | Vocation and College Success (Freshman only, transfer students are exempt) | 1 |
Theology – Public Teacher Education (6 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Studies Course, select one | 3 | |
| The Bible (B) | ||
| Introduction to the Old Testament (B) | ||
| Introduction to the New Testament (B) | ||
| Theological Studies Course | 3 | |
| Introduction to Christianity (S) | ||
Communication (9 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-1100 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENG-2000 | Writing About Literature | 3 |
| The above courses must pass with a C or higher per IAI requirements. | ||
| COM-1100 | Speech Communication | 3 |
Humanities (9 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities: Select one from the following | 3 | |
| History of the American People to 1877 1 | ||
or HIS-1250 | History of the American People since 1877 | |
| Fine Arts: Select one course from the following | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Visual Arts | ||
| Two-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Three-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Western Art: Pre-History through Renaissance | ||
| Western Art: Post Renaissance through Contemporary | ||
| Non-Western Art | ||
| Introduction to Film Studies | ||
| World Perspectives Through Documentary | ||
| Exploration of Music | ||
| Survey of Western Music | ||
| Music of World Cultures | ||
| History of Jazz | ||
| Introduction to Theater | ||
| Select one Humanities or Fine Arts from the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Visual Arts | ||
| Two-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Three-Dimensional Basic Studio | ||
| Non-Western Art | ||
| Western Art: Pre-History through Renaissance | ||
| Western Art: Post Renaissance through Contemporary | ||
| American Sign Language I | ||
| American Sign Language II | ||
| Introduction to Film Studies | ||
| World Perspectives Through Documentary | ||
| Literature for Children, Adolescents and Young Adults | ||
| Non-Western Literature | ||
| U.S. Latina/o Literature(s) | ||
| Greek & Roman Mythology | ||
| Lewis and Tolkien | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Classical World Literature | ||
| Modern World Literature | ||
| German for Reading I | ||
| German for Reading II | ||
| Greek I | ||
| Greek II | ||
| Hebrew I | ||
| Hebrew II | ||
| History of Modern Europe Since 1815 | ||
| World History to 1500 | ||
| World History Since 1500 | ||
| U.S. Women's History | ||
| African American History | ||
| Hispanic and Latino American History | ||
| Ancient Greek and Roman Civilizations | ||
| Latin I | ||
| Latin II | ||
| Exploration of Music | ||
| Survey of Western Music | ||
| Music of World Cultures | ||
| History of Jazz | ||
| Primer in Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion | ||
| Introduction to Logic | ||
| Elementary Spanish I | ||
| Elementary Spanish II | ||
| Intermediate Spanish I | ||
| Intermediate Spanish II | ||
| Introduction to Theater | ||
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Secondary Math or Science majors may choose HIS-1425.
Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| EDUC-2020 | Human and Cognitive Development (This course is an ISBE requirement ) | 3 |
| PSY-2125 | Child and Adolescent Psychology | 3 |
| Select one additional course from the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Geography of North America | ||
| World Geography: Culture Patterns | ||
| The Developing World | ||
| Introduction to Global Cultural Studies | ||
| Engaging Diversity: U.S. Perspectives | ||
| American Government and Politics | ||
| International Relations | ||
| Introduction to Comparative Politics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| The Mind and the Brain | ||
| Developmental Psychology: Life Span | ||
| Social Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Race, Ethnicity, and Racism in the U.S. | ||
Physical and Life Science (7-8 Hours)
All College of Education students must complete coursework in the following areas: biology, chemistry or earth science. At least one of the courses in science must include a lab.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one Physical Science course from the list below | 4 | |
| Consumer Chemistry (With Lab) | ||
| Chemistry in the World Today | ||
| Health Science Applications in Chemistry | ||
| Fundamentals of Chemistry (With Lab) | ||
| General Chemistry I (With Lab) | ||
| General Chemistry II (With Lab) | ||
| Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (With Lab) | ||
| Elements of Earth Science (With Lab) | ||
| Concepts in Life and Physical Science (With Lab) | ||
| Energy and Our Environment (With Lab) | ||
| Introduction to Sustainability (With Lab) | ||
| Physics of Things We Use (With Lab) | ||
| Select one Life Science from the list below | 3 | |
| Biology in the World Today (With Lab) | ||
| Medical Terminology | ||
| General Biology I (With Lab) | ||
| General Biology II (With Lab) | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology I (With Lab) | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology II (With Lab) | ||
| Fundamentals of Microbiology (With Lab) | ||
Mathematics (3 Hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Math Content Specialists (not a Secondary Math Major) | ||
| MAT-1550 | Finite Mathematics | 3 |
| or MAT-1805 | College Algebra | |
| Math Content Specialists ( Secondary Math Majors) | ||
| MAT-1820 | Pre-Calculus | 3 |
Student must also take the Theology-Church Worker Studies Minor (21 Hours).
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Methods Course | 3 | |
| Lutheran Teacher: Vocation and Methods | ||
| Theology Courses (2.75 GPA is Required) | ||
| Required courses | 12 | |
| Introduction to the Old Testament (B) | ||
| Martin Luther's Small and Large Catechisms (S) | ||
| Introduction to the New Testament (B) | ||
| Survey of Church History (H) | ||
| Select two courses from list below: | 6 | |
| The Augsburg Confession and its Apology (S) | ||
| The Ancient Creeds, the Smalcald Articles, and the Treaties (S) | ||
| The Formula of Concord (S) | ||
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Foundational Courses in Education | ||
| EDUC-1050 | Introduction to American Education 1 | 3 |
| EDUC-1070 | Media and Technology in the Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC-2020 | Human and Cognitive Development (This may satisfy a General Education requirement ) | 3 |
| EDUC-2050 | Teaching in Diverse Classrooms | 3 |
| EDUC-2090 | Characteristics and Instruction of Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| Secondary Education Major Courses | ||
| EDUC-4100 | Foundations of Ethics of American Education | 3 |
| PSY-2125 | Child and Adolescent Psychology (This may satisfy a General Education requirement ) | 3 |
| Professional Secondary Education Program 2 | ||
| EDSC-3600 | Teaching at the Secondary Level | 3 |
| EDSC-4220 | Literacy Instruction in the Content Areas | 3 |
| EDSC-4800 | Assessment and Management of Middle/Secondary Grades | 3 |
| Content Areas (Select One) | 34-51 Hours | |
| English/Language Arts Coursework (34 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in English Language Arts studies and a passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| Linguistics | ||
| Classical World Literature | ||
or ENG-2600 | Modern World Literature | |
| British Literature to 1785 | ||
| British Literature II | ||
| Literary Theory & Criticism | ||
| Literature/Related Media for Adolescents | ||
| Shakespeare | ||
| Research and Writing Capstone | ||
| Practicum in Teaching Composition | ||
| Select two additional ENG courses | ||
| Non-Western Literature | ||
| U.S. Latina/o Literature(s) | ||
| Greek & Roman Mythology | ||
| Lewis and Tolkien | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| Twentieth Century American Fiction | ||
| Twentieth Century Poetry | ||
| Mathematics Coursework (36 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in Mathematics and passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Problem Solving with Number Theory | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Calculus II | ||
| Probability and Statistics | ||
| Calculus III | ||
| History of Mathematics | ||
| Mathematical Proof | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| College Geometry | ||
| Group Theory | ||
| Real Analysis | ||
| Science – Biology Designation Coursework (49-51 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in the Natural Sciences and a passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Required Natural Science | ||
| General Biology I (With Lab) | ||
| Physics of Things We Use (With Lab) | ||
| Required Biology Core | ||
| General Biology II (With Lab) | ||
| Microbiology (With Lab) | ||
| Molecular and Cell Biology (With Lab) | ||
| General Ecology (With Lab) | ||
| Genetics (With Lab) | ||
| Seminar in Biology | ||
| Biology Electives | ||
| Select six to eight additional hours from BIO courses 3 | ||
| Coursework from other Science Designations | ||
| General Chemistry I (With Lab) 4 | ||
or CHE-2200 | Fundamentals of Chemistry (With Lab) | |
| General Chemistry II (With Lab) 4 | ||
or CHE-2300 | Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (With Lab) | |
| Social Science - History Coursework (27 Hours) | ||
| This content area requires coursework in the Social Sciences and a passing score on the appropriate state content test. | ||
| Required Social Science Core | 18 | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| World Geography: Culture Patterns | ||
| World History Since 1500 | ||
| Seminar in Writing and Researching History | ||
| A History of Illinois | ||
| Senior Seminar | ||
| Choose 9 hours from the following courses: | ||
| Select 3 hours from American History | 3 | |
| Antebellum America | ||
| Contemporary America | ||
| The American Religious Experience | ||
| Topics and Readings in History | ||
| 3 hours from Non-Western History | 3 | |
| African History | ||
| Twentieth Century World History | ||
| Non-Western Historical Studies | ||
| Topics and Readings in History | ||
| Select 3 hours from European History | 3 | |
| The Age of Reform, 1400-1650 | ||
| Europe In Our Time: 1918-Present | ||
| Topics and Readings in History | ||
| Secondary Methods Coursework in the Subject Area for Endorsement | 3 | |
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Art | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary English | ||
| Content and Methods for Teaching World Languages at Mid/Sec Level | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Math | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Science | ||
| Content and Methods of Middle/Secondary Social Science | ||
| Content and Methods for Teaching Physical Education at the PK-12 Level | ||
| Total Hours | 94-111 | |
- 1
LTE candidates should take EDUC-1060 Intro to American Education for Public & Lutheran Teachers
- 2
Must be admitted to Teacher Candidacy to enroll in the professional methods coursework. The professional coursework sequence focuses on the professional formation of the teacher. Coursework contains clinical work in schools to connect coursework with the secondary school classroom experience.
- 5
Course meets general education requirements and major requirements. While fulfilling two requirements, course credit is only counted once. Course credit is included in the general education credit total.
The total hour for the program is 120 credits. This includes general education, electives and major requirements above.
The College of Education Manual provides details and guidelines for meeting the criteria for successful completion of the Internship Semester and the process for obtaining the Illinois Professional Educator License.
Graduation Requirements
Students in the College of Education must meet all University requirements found in the Academic Information section of this catalog. Specific requirements of the College of Education include the following:
- Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 for all college-level coursework completed at CUC.
- A minimum grade of C or higher is required for all courses taken in a CUC COE program. This includes all General education and transfer credit courses.
Students in the Education Studies program follow CUC's minimum standards of a 2.0 GPA and in General Education a D- or above is acceptable.
The College of Education Initial Licensure Program has a stipulation indicating that students in the COE may not take any course as Pass/Fail without permission of the Division Chair or College Dean. Students may not take a course as Pass/Fail, including courses with the following course codes - EDEC, EDEL, EDMG, EDSC, EDSP, EDKS and EDUC. The student teaching internship course and the edTPA course are excluded from this policy because they are automatically Pass/Fail. General education courses outside of the required licensure programs may be taken as Pass/Fail if they are in alignment with the University policy.
In addition to the overall minimum credits for the degree major, minor, endorsement, and special programs (Honors Program for example) requirements are also necessary if they have been declared. Deficiency in any area of the program will delay awarding of the degree and will require filing of a new intent to graduate. Students may elect to drop minors, additional endorsements, or other special programs if they present an obstacle to graduation.
General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet the general admission requirements for Concordia University Chicago undergraduate programs as published in the Concordia University Chicago academic catalog.
New students are accepted into undergraduate degree-seeking programs for online (ADP) and on-campus (Traditional) study in the fall and spring semesters. If you have any questions please work with your admissions advisors.