College of Education Health and Human ServicesSchool of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies
www.kent.edu/ehhs/tlcs
About This Program
The Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation program is designed for individuals who already have a teaching license, this program will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to teach social studies to students in grades 7-12. You'll learn about a variety of social studies topics, from American history to world geography and gain valuable classroom experience through field placements. Read more...
Contact Information
Program Delivery
Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*
Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education
- 3.6% about as fast as the average
- 627,100 number of jobs
- $60,810 potential earnings
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
- 3.8% about as fast as the average
- 1,050,800 number of jobs
- $62,870 potential earnings
Accreditation
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.
For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 2.750 overall undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
- Official transcript(s)
- Goal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Questions in Anticipation of Licensure Form
- Evidence of valid four-year Resident Educator or five-year Professional State of Ohio teaching licensure (no longer required starting with spring 2025 admission term)
- Effective with spring 2025 admission term: Evidence of valid Resident Educator or Professional State of Ohio teaching license
Applicants will be assessed holistically, considering academic credentials, academic or professional references, non-academic dimensions and other specific program criteria.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester
- Spring Semester
- Summer Term
Program Requirements
Licensure Requirements
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| ADED 63392 | ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT INTEGRATED SOCIAL STUDIES ADDITIONAL LICENSURE INTERNSHIP | 1 |
| ADED 67232 | SECONDARY SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES | 3 |
| CI 57330 | READING AND WRITING IN ADOLESCENCE/ADULTHOOD | 3 |
| Minimum Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements Summary | Minimum Major GPA | Minimum Overall GPA |
| 2.600* | 3.000 |
- Additional Coursework: An analysis of additional content-area coursework required at the post-undergraduate level will be completed before entering into the program, and a Plan of Study will be created based on transcript analysis and current licensure requirements by the Ohio Department of Education. A minimum C grade is required in each of these courses. This coursework would be in addition to requirements for the Integrated Social Studies non-degree program.
Licensure Information
Prior to program completion, the candidate must demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas (including but not limited to): data literacy and analysis; use of research and assessment data; leadership and collaboration; utilizing and supporting appropriate technology for the discipline; and application of professional dispositions, laws and policies, codes of ethics and professional standards appropriate to their field of specialization.
Candidates seeking Ohio licensure are required to pass the OAE Content Knowledge Assessment for each teaching field in order to apply for licensure. Students should consult their advisors for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Department of Education-Educator Preparation website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type. Students who do not apply for license within 12 months of program completion may be subject to additional course requirements, based on Ohio licensure standards in force at the time of application.
Program Learning Outcomes
Completers of this program will be able to:
- Plan and implement research-based instruction in the teaching of reading, literature, language and composition.
- Implement response-centered literacy instruction that is culturally relevant and sustaining.
- Implement fair and equitable assessment strategies to analyze students’ literacy learning.
- Engage in reflective practice and pursue continued professional growth and collaboration with colleagues.
Full Description
The Integrated Social Studies Additional Licensure Preparation non-degree program prepares students to obtain an additional teacher license in social studies for grades 7-12. Completion of the coursework is a prerequisite to being recommended by Kent State University for licensure, which is granted by the Ohio Department of Education. This non-degree program cannot be used for students seeking initial licensure.
This program does not culminate in a master's degree. Students interested in a master's degree at Kent State must be fully admitted into and complete the requirements for the master's program, in addition to courses that are prescribed here for additional licensure.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.
