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Chemistry for Teacher Licensure

A comprehensive program to prepare excellent chemistry HS teachers who go on to teach in all corners of the state of Illinois and have successful careers and are outstanding contributors to their communities.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science with Teacher Licensure
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
134 Total, 107 in Major
Careers
Postsecondary
Chemistry for Teacher Licensure students at EIU

Why Study Chemistry for Teacher Licensure at EIU?

  • Comprehensive exposure and experience with all fields of chemistry
  • Specialty courses including Practicum in Chemistry and Methods of Teaching Physical Sciences
  • Significant coursework in other physical sciences including biology, physics and earth sciences
  • Valuable experience in mastering communication skills, by giving chemistry seminar and writing lab reports
  • Organizational and data analysis skills emphasized
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
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Hands-On Experience

  • Tutoring and stockroom assistance positions available
  • Conducting demos through chemistry clubs and organizations
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Hands-On Experience, Chemistry for Teacher Licensure students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Get the thorough understanding of chemistry necessary to teach at the high school level, as well as introductory courses in the other sciences. Concepts of theory, experimental approaches and data analysis are emphasized, and the small class sizes allow for personal mentoring. The combination of science and education courses prepare students for a successful career in teaching sciences.

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$54,548
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Investigative

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Edward Treadwell
Department Chair, Professor - Organic Chemistry, Pre-Medicine Adviser Chemistry Concentration
emtreadwell@eiu.edu
3154 Physical Science
217-581-5906
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Michael Cornebise
Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences & Professor, Geography
mwcornebise@eiu.edu
2214
217-581-7486
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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