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As a large, interdisciplinary field, a bachelor’s of art in social science 5 through 12 will instruct students on the methods and subject matter involved in teaching the range of social science fields in secondary education. The social sciences include economics, history, psychology, sociology, political science, anthropology, and more. This degree is therefore highly valuable in bestowing a wide ranging education as well as providing the training necessary to bestow that education to high school and middle school students. Practical experience may also be gained by the degree holder through actual teaching and lesson planning done under supervision. These real-life sessions will provide essential skills to those that wish to pursue the career of a teacher.

Students who complete this degree program will be well-positioned for teaching jobs in secondary education. The degree will also prepare its holders for licensure in many states so as to ensure that the transition from education to the job world is a smooth one. Those in need of extra income as substitute teachers will also feel right at home with the degree which is also suited to instruct those that are retired or are seeking a change in profession. The span of the social sciences also ensures that those with the degree will have training in a large number of fields that may be applicable to many other professions.

Example Courses

• Effective Speaking
• Introductory Social Science
• General Psychology

Potential Industries

• Middle or High School Teaching
• Substitute Teaching

Colleges Offering Degree

• Ashford University
• Northern University
• National Louis University