A Middle School or High School Biology Teacher? Is that what you want to be? Mesa State College has the ideal program designed to meet the requirements of your career goal. Our program allows students to obtain the Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology with a concentration in Teacher Licensure (Secondary). The department faculty prides themselves on providing an outstanding learning experience that will provide the student with a broad background in the biological sciences. Additionally, through example, the faculty will inspire students with the ability to communicate effectively; inspire trust and confidence; motivate; and, recognize the individual needs of the students in their own classrooms. A science building housing state-of-the-art equipment is an integral asset to the program. Because the Teacher Licensure program is highly structured, it is imperative that students receive early advising from the Center for Teacher Education, along with the Department of Biological Sciences. Licensure is a separate process from the degree although both may be pursued concurrently. Graduates will enter into their chosen field, inspired by the motto of the Center for Teacher Education: "Educators as Innovators"

OF SPECIAL INTEREST: For those individuals who already hold a degree and want to teach, Mesa State College has developed an exciting Post Baccalaureate Licensure (PBL) Program.For further information regarding this program, please contact the Director of the Post Baccalaureate Licensure (PBL) Program.

JOBS AVAILABLE: Due to the large numbers of retiring teachers, job opportunities in the teaching field are excellent, and most especially in secondary education. Beyond the classroom, graduates can move into positions as curriculum specialists, guidance counselors, teaching administrators and supervisors in a number of educational arenas.

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