The B.S. in Education is a program designed to prepare the student for a career in teaching in secondary schools. Professional certification in biology is awarded to the student who completes the program satisfactorily. Students are strongly advised to seek certification in a related area to enhance their employment potential. Such related areas include general science, health, education, athletic training, and environmental education.

Degree Requirements*:

1. General Education Requirements: (48 semester hours)
   SCB 210 should be taken as the interdisciplinary course. At least one course in LIT or CLS is required.

2. Department Requirements:
   
   Required Biology Courses (25 semester hours)
   BIO 110, 214, 215, 217, 220, 230, 270 and 311.
   
   Biology Electives (6 semester hours)
   Selected under advisement.
   
   Required Education Courses (30 semester hours)
   See the BSEd advisor for specific courses.

3. Other Science Requirements: (18 semester hours)
   CHE 103-104, 231, CRL 103-104, 231, and PHY 130.

4. Mathematics Requirements: (10 semester hours)
   MAT 121 and MAT 108.
   
   *CHE 103, PHY 130, and MAT 121 may be used to fulfill General Education requirements.