Through diverse instructional strategies, dual certifications, and international internship opportunities, the Secondary Education Certification program offers a degree that prepares teachers to meet the learning needs of all children, and is also highly marketable to potential employers.
What to Expect Studying at Notre Dame of Maryland University
With award-winning teacher certification programs nationally recognized by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), you can expect to benefit from small class sizes, expert faculty, and practical field experiences.
Internship Opportunities
Internship placements are in professional development school environments through collaborative arrangements between Notre Dame and area school systems.
Education Careers
Graduates of NDMU are highly recruited for employment; we partner with local school systems to help our students navigate the hiring process.
See Our Award-Winning Teachers
For many, this first step in teaching leads to an entire career as a classroom teacher; for others it becomes a springboard for other education-related opportunities:
- Master Teacher
- Counselor
- Media Specialist
- Reading Specialist
- Math Specialist
- STEM Specialist
- Curriculum Specialist
- School-Based Administrator
- Professional Development Coordinator