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Department of Education

PK–12 & Secondary Education

Earn certification to teach your subject across secondary and PK-12 settings.

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Degree Type
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Program Length
4 years (full-time)
Credit Hours
126–142.5 credit hours
Delivery Format
On-campus
Department
Department of Education
School
Education
Career Outlook
Steady regional demand
Location
Orangeburg, SC
Overview

Inside PK–12 & Secondary Education.

The PK-12 and Secondary Education programs prepare students to teach specific content areas across secondary and PK-12 certification fields.

Coursework pairs subject-matter depth with pedagogy and supervised field experience, leading to South Carolina teacher certification.

Student experience

Students in PK-12 & Secondary Education learn in small, mentorship-driven classes, work closely with faculty on research and creative projects, and build a portfolio of real-world experience before they graduate.

What You'll Learn

  • 01Demonstrate strong disciplinary content knowledge
  • 02Plan, teach, and assess standards-aligned instruction
  • 03Create inclusive learning environments for diverse students
  • 04Complete clinical practice, a professional portfolio or capstone, and licensure assessments

Why This Program

  • Path to South Carolina certification
  • Multiple PK-12 and secondary certification fields
  • Supervised classroom placements
Program details

From the Program

The School of Education holds responsibility for all of the teacher education areas, including those housed in other schools at Claflin University—Art Education, English Education, Mathematics Education, and Music Education.

Curriculum

Our programs are housed in their respective schools, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and are co-managed by the School of Education.

Pk-12 Programs

  • Art Education
  • Music Education

Secondary Education Programs

  • English Education
  • Mathematics Education

Admissions Requirements

Prospective students interested in applying to programs within the School of Education are encouraged to review our unique admissions requirements.

Curriculum

What You'll Study.

Major Requirements

  • 0133–36 credit hours of professional education
  • 0243–56.5 credit hours of content-major requirements
  • 034 credit hours of capstone/seminar requirements

General Education

  • 0139 semester credit hours

Electives

  • 01Total program requirement: 126–142.5 credit hours

Downloadable curriculum sheet — coming soon

Career pathways

Where This Degree Takes You.

Common Job Titles

  • Secondary Teacher
  • PK-12 Specialist Teacher
  • Content-Area Teacher
  • Instructional Coach
  • Education Coordinator

Graduate School Options

  • Graduate and professional school
  • Discipline-specific master's programs
  • Doctoral and research programs

Industry Sectors

  • Secondary Education
  • Public & Private Schools
  • Educational Programs
  • Education Nonprofits
Salary outlook

Salary outcomes vary by role and region — connect with Claflin Career Services for current, verified data for this field.

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Experiential learning

Learn by Doing.

Real experience is built into the program — from internships and research to service learning and study abroad.

Internships

Placements with regional employers and partners connected to the Department of Education.

Undergraduate Research

Mentored, faculty-led research beginning as early as the first year.

Field Experiences

Site visits, practica, and community-based learning that apply classroom theory.

Service Learning

Projects that connect coursework to Orangeburg and the surrounding community.

Study Abroad

Global programs coordinated through the Office of Global Programs.

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Faculty

Learn from Dedicated Scholars.

Portrait of Dr. Daryl Brockington

Dr. Daryl Brockington

Assistant Professor of Education • School of Education, Interim Chair

Focus

Education

Portrait of Dr. Friggita Johnson

Dr. Friggita Johnson

Associate Professor of Education

Focus

Education

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Student success

Outcomes That Speak for Themselves.

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Admissions

How to Apply.

Requirements

  • Completed Claflin University application
  • Official high school transcript (or college transcripts for transfers)
  • Self-reported test scores (test-optional pathways available)
  • Personal statement and any program-specific materials

Deadlines

  • Fall priority: November 1 — Spring priority: November 15
  • Rolling admission after priority dates while space remains
  • Financial aid: complete the FAFSA by the published priority date

Application Process

  1. 01Submit your free application online
  2. 02Send official transcripts and supporting documents
  3. 03Connect with your admissions counselor
  4. 04Receive your decision and financial aid package
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