Secondary Education

Certification only is an option (not a program) for Broadfield Science, English, History, and Mathematics and may be requested by a prospective candidate who holds a master's degree from an accredited institution and prefers not to pursue an additional master's degree while seeking certification for grades 6-12 in one of the fields offered at Piedmont University. The applicant’s transcript is reviewed by the advisor in the intended field of certification. A proposed program of study is designed to ensure depth in the content field, as well as meeting all requirements prescribed in the field of education, including an internship. The proposed program is reviewed by the department chair and, if approved, serves as the advisement sheet for that candidate. All other procedures and requirements of the College of Education and the University apply. Students in certification-only programs must successfully pass the appropriate GACE (Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators) test in order to be recommended for certification. Completion of this program does not lead to a degree in education.