Study History Education
Major in History with an Emphasis in History EducationGuide the next generation by helping them understand the past.
Bridge the gap between historical events and current societal issues, enabling high school and middle school students to recognize the relevance of history in their lives today.
At Pitt State, History Education majors analyze historical sources, interpret narratives, and evaluate differing perspectives. By graduation, develop a great understanding of the human experience across history.
Prepare for licensure in the state of Kansas
The history education curriculum at Pitt State is comprehensive and effective. Our program is accredited by both the Kansas Department of Education and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
Upon successfully passing state teaching exams, graduates of this program receive a license to teach a range of subjects including History, Government, Geography, and Economics.
Will I student-teach before graduation?
A distinctive aspect of our curriculum is a semester-long teaching opportunity within local schools. This includes shadowing licensed teachers in public schools and gradually transitioning into an independent teaching role.
History Education careers
Past graduates of the PSU History Education program have found employment in diverse fields such as:
- Education
- Law enforcement
- Business
- Government
Additional information
for the School of History, Philosophy, and Social Sciences
Catalog – see program guides