Life Science teacher certification (Biology)

The College of Science encourages students to explore teaching at the secondary level as a career option. The student’s academic advisor in the College of Science Office of Student Advising, in Hickory Hall, Room 283, can assist students with specific requirements for teacher certification.

Requirements utilizing the BA with a major in Biology

Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to sit for the certification examinations in Life Science.

Requirements utilizing the BS in Biology

Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to sit for the certification examinations in Life Science.

Additional information

See major for additional course work and GPA requirements.

Students must also complete the required 18 hours for the minor in mathematics and science secondary teaching and meet all GPA requirements to apply for state certification. Students should contact the Teach North Texas program office for more information on enrolling in the certification courses.

All state certification requirements and information on required examinations is available on the web site of the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), www.tea.texas.gov.