B.S. Physical Science with Chemistry Emphasis, Secondary Teaching Certification

With a B.S. Physical Science with Chemistry Emphasis, Secondary Teaching Certification, you will develop critical and creative thinking skills that will enhance success in graduate school as well as in your own:

• Medical or dental office
• Research laboratory
• Classroom

Become a part of the critical science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields as their global significance continues to expand.

Career Field
Students trained as secondary school teachers of chemistry will receive the preparation needed to inspire a new generation to pursue a career in the physical sciences. Currently, there is a shortage of graduates with this kind of academic preparation.
National interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) disciplines has highlighted the need for graduates trained in these important areas at all academic levels.

Job Outlook
Overall growth is expected due to declines in student-to-teacher ratios and increases in enrollment. However, employment growth will vary by region and these trends can be influenced by an academic degree.

Educational Qualifications

With a bachelor’s degree, you will generally be qualified for entry-level positions in most career fields. Getting a graduate or professional degree will significantly increase your earning potential.