Major in History with Social Studies Certification

History and Social Studies Certification (8-12)

Murray State’s History Department offers students the opportunity to earn either a Bachelor’s of Arts or a Bachelor’s of Science in History with Social Studies Certification for the secondary classroom (8-12).  As members of the History Department, students will take courses in history, the social sciences, and education. The program includes multiple clinical experiences with regional public schools, culminating in a final semester of student teaching. 

Curriculum and requirements

Statement on Social Studies Certification at Murray State

Murray State trains students according to the Kentucky Teacher Performance Standards. The department’s History/Social Studies graduates are prepared to implement both the Kentucky Academic Standards and professional standards for social studies. 

For more information, please email program coordinator, Dr. Olga Koulisis at okoulisis@murraystate.edu.

See Admission to Teacher Education for further requirements, including required University Studies courses, ACT or Praxis CASE scores, and minimum GPA (2.75) to be completed by the end of a student’s fifth semester.

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