Teaching Adolescents to Young Adults Program Overview
Learn How to Teach
Do you see yourself teaching English, history, math or science in a 7th to 12th grade classroom? If the answer is “Yes,” then you should consider pursuing this degree and an Adolescent to Young Adult license.
The AYA/Secondary Program at Ashland University will give you an extensive education in your chosen content area. You'll learn how to plan lessons, manage a class and work as a highly trained professional in the classroom.
Do What You Love
Based on your area of passion, choose from the following areas of specialization in the AYA program:
| Licensure Disclosure: This program is for students who intend to seek employment in Ohio and only prepares students for licensure in the state of Ohio. |
Can You Give Me a Glimpse of My Future?
As a high school teacher, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and empower students during a crucial stage of their academic and personal development. Your future in high school education will involve fostering critical thinking skills, nurturing a love for learning and preparing students for success in their academic pursuits and beyond.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for high school teachers is $65,220.
Despite a slight decline in employment, about 64,000 openings for high school teachers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Most of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.