Bachelor of Arts - Education - Chemistry/Physics - Secondary

Become a certified secondary teacher in Chemistry/Physics at Western Washington University. Experience hands-on learning & career support. Apply now!

Program Description Western's programs in Secondary Education are designed to prepare thoughtful, knowledgeable, and effective middle and secondary school teachers for a diverse society. Learning to teach Chemistry and Physics occurs through a variety of means: the study of a wide variety of chemistry and physics, an extended internship, and continual experiences as a student, learner, and problem solver. Western’s Secondary Education program in Chemistry/Physics provides many benefits to students, such as close student-faculty contact and relatively small classes. Students in this program have direct access to modern laboratory equipment and instrumentation, as well as opportunities for research work under the direction of a faculty advisor. This program is designed for those who wish to earn Washington residency certification to teach middle and/or high school and must be accompanied by the professional preparation program in secondary education offered through Woodring College of Education.