M.Ed. in Secondary Education - Teaching Social Studies
If you enjoy working with middle school and high school students and have an interest in history, politics, economics and geography, then an M.Ed. in Secondary Education in Social Studies could lead to a meaningful and rewarding career. Southern New Hampshire University’s Masters in Education program has a history of preparing successful middle school and high school Social Studies teachers.
The M.Ed. in Secondary Education in Social Studies program is designed for those with an undergraduate degree in history, social studies, economics, or a related area. If you are seeking to become a first-time secondary school teacher in Social Studies, this program is geared to your needs. Depending on your educational background, you may be required to complete undergraduate coursework as required by the New Hampshire state teacher licensure standards prior to your acceptance to the program.
The M.Ed. Secondary Education in Social Studies program is offered at the SNHU Manchester campus, an easy commute from communities throughout the region. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible for licensure in New Hampshire in Secondary Education / Social Studies (grades 5-12).
Advantages of an M.Ed. in Secondary Education in Social Studies Degree at SNHU
- An affordable M.Ed. in Secondary Education in Social Studies program which may be completed in 24 months
- Offered by a respected, private nonprofit university
- Recently ranked as a Tier 1 university by U.S. News and World Report
- SNHU graduates have a great reputation with NH schools
- Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the NH Postsecondary Education Commission and the NH State Department of Education for Teacher Certification
- No GMAT or GRE required for admission
- Good job outlook for secondary education teachers according to Dept. of Labor BLS
- Learn innovative educational practices from accomplished instructors who have spent years in the classroom
- One-to-one personalized support from an academic advisor
- Graduate in two years, with two courses per 11-week term
- Earn NH state endorsement as a Secondary Social Studies teacher
Education Programs are accredited by:
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- New Hampshire Postsecondary Education Commission
- New Hampshire State Department of Education for Teacher Certification