Adolescence Education Social Studies

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Degree
Associate of Arts
Program Type
Transfer Degree
Pathway
Social Science
Credits
64

Thinking globally

Specialize in Adolescence Education Social Studies, and prepare for a rewarding career teaching history, civics and global issues. This program transforms students into educators. 

Degree requirements Program sheet

SUNY ADK advantage

$94k

average salary

of middle school teachers in New York state

Careers in Adolescence Education Social Sciences

Well-rounded education

Students choose from a variety of courses. Coursework meets program requirements and satisfies your interests. This program offers access to many on-campus activities and communities, including guest speakers, performers, student clubs, on-campus exhibitions and theater performances.

Graduates walk into commencement

Transfer opportunities

SUNY Adirondack's Adolescence Education Social Studies prepares graduates for further education. We hold more than 30 seamless transfer agreements. Popular universities among our graduates include: SUNY Plattsburgh | University at Albany | Siena College | SUNY Oneonta | SUNY Oswego

Learning outcomes

  1. Demonstrate a foundational understanding of the core social studies disciplines sufficient for success in upper-division teacher preparation and content-area coursework.
  2. Apply critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and evidence-based inquiry to examine historical events, political systems, economic structures and social phenomena.
  3. Develop effective written and oral communication skills.
  4. Analyze the role of diversity, culture, power and identity within U.S. society and across global contexts.
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of personal health and wellness.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method.
  7. Explain key psychological and social factors influencing human behavior and adolescent development.
  8. Demonstrate civic knowledge of the United States system of governance.