Post-Bachelor’s Teacher Ed Certification

These programs lead to a Master of Science in Secondary Education.  Refer to the Graduate Catalog for Admission requirements, Testing requirements, procedures, and courses.  Successful completion of teacher certification is required in order for the Master of Science in Secondary Education to be awarded.

K-12 Content Areas and 7-12 Content Areas
This academic certificate program provides an option for individuals who want to become teachers and who have baccalaureate degrees in K-12 or 7-12 content majors in which the South Dakota Board of Education certifies teachers.  This certification-only program prepares prospective teachers with the necessary pedagogical knowledge and skills to succeed as K-12 or secondary teachers.  The Black Hills State University post-bachelor certification programs are called Project SELECT and Project SECOND.

NOTE:  These certification programs are recognized by the South Dakota Department of Education and Wyoming Department of Education and meet requirements for teacher certification.  Individuals seeking certification by other state licensing agencies are advised to contact those agencies in advance of enrolling in the programs as each state agency has the authority to recognize or not recognize certification programs from other states.

NOTE:  Those not wanting a Master’s degree should contact the Project SELECT or Project SECOND coordinator to discuss an undergraduate option.
Project SELECT:  Dr. Susan D’Aniello Susan.Daniello@BHSU.edu
Project SECOND:  Dr. Liz Fayer  Liz.Fayer@BHSU.edu