We are no longer accepting applications for this program. Students interested in obtaining certification to teach Science Education are encouraged to consider the
Masters of Arts in Teaching program.
The University of Pittsburgh, School of Education offers a post-baccalaureate program for Secondary Science teacher certification (grades 7-12). The Professional Year Program (PY) for full- or part-time students results in an Instructional I Certificate. Certification Studies are available in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Space Science, and General Science. Certification in more than one science is also available. Details are outlined below.
- statisfies the requirements for a Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate (pending passing scores on the national PRAXIS I and II Exams, successful completion of the PA Statewide Evaluation Form for Student Professional Knowledge and Practice (PDE 430), and satisfactory preformance in courses and student teaching)
- is completed in two terms (fall and spring) of 15 credit hours each
- requires 10 hours per week at a local school district in the fall term and a full-time student teaching experience at the same site in the spring term
- contains 18 credits which can be applied within three years toward a Master of Education degree
- students may apply for financial aid, but are not eligible for stipends from local school districts