The Social Studies 5-Adult Comprehensive Specialization is intended for those students preparing to teach in elementary, middle, or secondary schools. This degree program leads to a B.A. in Education with teacher certification in West Virginia. It provides the interdisciplinary foundation necessary for teaching an integrated social science curriculum. Students desiring to teach a particular subject, such as history, should augment the required courses with appropriate elective hours. Course marked with an asterisk are offered only in the fall semester.

Admission to the program is gained by completing the following requirements: EDUC 2200  with at least a “B” grade; an overall GPA of 2.75 and a Social Studies Curriculum GPA of 2.75; passing scores on all three sections of the CORE Academic Skills for Educators Test; passing a criminal background check; submitting a Declaration of Intent to the Dean of Education; acceptable scores on the ACT or SAT; completion of all Early Field Experiences(contact the School of Education, Health and Human Performance for more details). Successful completion of PRAXIS (PPST) tests in Social Studies and Principles of Learning and Teaching is necessary in order to graduate and obtain West Virginia certification. Students need passing scores on these tests BEFORE beginning their student teaching placements.