Option 2. Teacher Licensure in Mathematics. 46 hours. In addition to completing the core requirements for the B.A. major in mathematics, students seeking licensure in mathematics must complete MAT 345, 346, PHY 201, 3 additional hours in mathematics at the 300-400 level, and the Teacher Education Program.
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The job market for secondary mathematics education is very healthy right now. North Carolina high schools need certified math faculty to teach an ever-growing student population. The secondary mathematics education program at UNCW averages approximately 10 to 15 seniors each year who complete the student teaching practicum. The department has several full-time mathematics education faculty who teach methods courses and supervise student teaching.
Mathematics majors who plan to become licensed teachers of mathematics in public schools must be formally admitted to the School of Education at UNCW.
For information on the Teacher Education Program admissions criteria and the courses required for licensure in North Carolina, see the Watson School of Education section of the undergraduate catalogue. Students planning to pursue licensure should apply to the Watson School of Education as soon as admissions requirements are met (typically in the sophomore year) and plan their programs in regular consultation with their advisors. Teacher licensure requirements are established at the state level and may be changed by the state at any time.
Mathematics Requirements
The Mathematics Department requires that the following mathematics courses be included in the curriculum for teacher certification:
- MAT 161, 162, 261, 275, 335, 336, 345, 346.
- Either MAT 366 or 411.
Three additional hours in mathematics at the 300 or 400 level
- One of CSC 112 or 121.
- STT 262, 362.
- PHY 201.
Contact: If you have any questions about the secondary education program,
please feel free to contact Dr. Kelli Slaten.
