Academic Programs - Mathematics Education
Certification in Secondary School Mathematics
(For Candidates Holding a Bachelor’s Degree)
Persons holding a bachelor’s degree in a mathematics-related field may wish to pursue teacher certification as a non-degree student. NOTE: Only 9 hours taken in non-degree status may be included in a degree program.
The following requirements must be met to qualify for certification to teach mathematics in grades 6-12 in Georgia:
Mathematics (UGA numbers listed)
- Two courses in calculus. MATH 2200 and MATH 2210.
- A total of 11 mathematics teaching field courses. (Teaching Field can include MATH, STAT, or some EMAT courses)
In the 11 courses, there must be at least 8 upper division (post-calculus) courses including the following:
a. At least one course in Linear Algebra (MATH 3000)
b. At least one course in College Geometry (MATH 5200 or MATH 7200)
c. At least one course in Modern Algebra (MATH 4000 or MATH 6000)
d. At least one course in Statistics (STAT 4070 or STAT 6070)
e. At least one course in Instructional Technology (EMAT 4680 or EMAT 6680)
Professional Education
- Two courses in educational foundations (EFDN 2030, 2110, 2120, EPSY 2020, 2130, 6060, 6800, ERSH 6200, 6300, 6600)
- One course on the nature of exceptionality (SPED 2000)
- At least two courses on curriculum and instruction in mathematics (EMAT 4500/6500, EMAT 4360/6360, EMAT 7080)
- Student teaching, Internship, or teaching experience (EMAT 5460/7460, or EMAT 7700, 10 hrs)
In addition, candidates for certification must pass the appropriate GACE exams.
