Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Education Trevecca Nazarene University

The Bachelor of Science in chemistry education offers a broad understanding of science, accredited education training, and hands-on research experience. This interdisciplinary program provides a foundation for becoming an effective educator in grades 6-12, pursuing a career in science, or moving into graduate school.

Program Benefits

• Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
• Take advantage of our renovated facilities and state-of-the-art equipment.
• Participate in our robust undergraduate research programs.

What to Expect

If you love chemistry but also want to teach and inspire students in sixth through twelfth grades, our B.S. in chemistry education is perfect for you. This program combines the best of our chemistry department and our NCATE-accredited School of Education, giving you a strong and well-balanced foundation for success. This program not only expands your knowledge of the field, it provides opportunities for hands-on research experience and teaching opportunities.

You’ll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a professor as you complete original research projects using modern instrumentation in our newly renovated facilities. From catalyst development to computational chemistry, the research you complete can be tailored to match your interests, equipping you for your future goals. Graduates of Trevecca’s chemistry education program have a high success rate of obtaining competitive jobs or being admitted to graduate programs.

Why Choose Trevecca?

Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.

Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.

As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your chemistry education degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you, your faith, and your goals.

General Education Core — 65 hours

• BUS 2010 Financial Stewardship 2
• COM 1010 Speech Communication 3
• ENG 1020 English Composition I 3
• ENG 1080 English Composition II: Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking 3
• ENG 2000 World Literature 3
• ESL 3150 English Acquisition (FE-10) 3
• HIS 1400 World Civilizations: Ancient and Medieval World 3

or

• HIS 1450 World Civilizations: Early Modern and Modern World 3
• HPE 1500 Introduction to Health and Wellness 2
• INT 1100 Life, Calling, and Purpose 3
• MAT 1510 Calculus I 4
• MUS 1500 Fine Arts 3
• PHL 2010 Introduction to Philosophy 3

or

• PHL 3070 Ethics 3
• PSY 2010 General Psychology 3
• PSY 2500 Human Growth and Cognition 3
• PSY 3411 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3
• REL 2000 Introduction to Biblical Faith 3
• REL 3000 Christian Tradition 3
• REL 4000 Christian Life and Ministry 3
• SCI 2150 Introduction to Computer Technology for the Sciences 3
• SCI 2510 Earth and Space Science 3
• SCI 2600 Issues in Science 3

INT 1100: Freshman leadership course requirement. Candidates entering with more than 24 hours are exempt.

Choose one of the following — 3 hours

• SOC 2500 The Family in Society 3
• SOC 3200 Social Problems 3
• SOC 3300 Urban Sociology 3

Major — 32 hours

• BIO 1510 General Biology I 4
• CHE 1040 General Chemistry I 4
• CHE 1050 General Chemistry II 4
• CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 4
• CHE 2530 Analytical Chemistry 4
• CHE 3335/BIO 3335/PHY 3335 Junior Seminar in Chemistry 1
• CHE 3510/BIO 3510 Biochemistry I 4
• or
• CHE 3520/BIO 3520 Biochemistry II 4
• CHE 4000 Principles of Physical Chemistry 3
• PHY 2110 General Physics I 4
• Certification in First Aid and CPR 0

Professional Secondary Core — 19 hours

• EDU 1020 Becoming a Teacher (FE-20) 1
• EDU 1500 Foundations of Education 2
• EDU 2300 Secondary Curriculum and Instruction (FE-20) 3
• EDU 3410 Educational Tests and Measurements 2
• EDU 3510 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas (FE-20) 3
• EDU 3556 Effective Classroom Environments 2
• EDU 4230 Methods and Materials for Secondary Education (FE-30) 3
• SOC 3270 Education in an Urban Culture (FE-10) 3

Professional Semester — 12 hours

• EDU 4600 Student Teaching Seminar 3
• EDU 4670 Enhanced Student Teaching Secondary School 1-9
• EDU 4730 edTPA Seminar 0

Strongly Recommended Courses

• CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 4
• MAT 1520 Calculus II 4
• PHY 2120 General Physics II 4

Total Credit Hours: 128

Teacher candidates with a Chemistry Education major will be able to:

• Demonstrate a broad-based understanding of chemical concepts and principles;
• Apply knowledge and skills in experimental and analytical techniques, including health and safety precautions for the laboratory;
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to problems related to chemistry and to promote lifelong learning;
• Clearly communicate scientific information; and
• Perform effectively as a physical science/chemistry teacher in middle/high school (grades 6-12).

With your chemistry education degree from Trevecca, you’ll be well-prepared to start your teaching career. Your degree equips you to serve God and impact the lives of sixth- through twelfth-grade students in any school system, or use your strong educational foundation to pursue other careers in science or continue in graduate school.