Secondary English (M.Ed.)
About Our Secondary English Program
Slippery Rock University’s M.Ed. in Secondary Education: English is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree and want to become certified English teachers. This 36-credit program can be completed in just one year of full-time study, with flexible start terms and student teaching in either the fall or spring. Graduates earn a master’s degree and may be eligible for Pennsylvania teaching certification.
This program is an ideal fit for career changers or those looking to enter the classroom for the first time. To meet Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) requirements, you’ll need to demonstrate content expertise in English. SRU will review your transcripts and help identify any coursework you may need. You can also prove content mastery by passing the Pennsylvania Content Knowledge Certification Exam an option we’ll discuss with you upon acceptance.
Why Get a Secondary English Degree?
Impact the future and explore the possibilities of teaching by earning a Master of Education in Secondary Education. SRU’s M.Ed. in Secondary Education has two concentrations: a basic concentration and an advanced concentration. The basic concentration is for students seeking certification. The advanced concentration is for certified teachers.
SRU’s master’s degree in Secondary Education offers:
- Flexibility to fit your busy schedule. The basic concentration offers both on-site and online classes, and the advanced concentration can be completed 100% online
- A 36-credit hour program that can be completed in one calendar year
- Leadership skills geared to advancing your career to the next level
- Specialization in English
