Discover what sets Millersville University apart with its exceptional Earth Science Education program—an uncommon major that few colleges offer, making Millersville a unique destination for aspiring Earth Science educators. Our degree is designed for passionate students who want to inspire the next generation. The program blends in-depth scientific knowledge in geology, meteorolgy, and ocean sciences with early immersive teaching experiences. Unlike many education tracks, our students get their first classroom teaching experiences during their sophomore year. The Earth Sciences coursework is completed within the first three years, allowing students to focus entirely on hands-on teaching during their final year. This structure ensures that graduates are not only content experts but also confident, classroom-ready educators.
Education courses and student teaching experiences are offered in conjunction with the department of Educational Foundations in the College of Education and Human Services (Educational Foundations | Millersville University). Upon successful completion of the program and state certification exams, students will earn their Earth science teaching certification.
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Megan Hastings '23 interned for the Manheim Township Parks Department.
“My professors encouraged me to practice using a variety of teaching styles, technological tools, and classroom management strategies during my student teaching experience which prepared me for the situations I would encounter as an educator. ”
- Danielle Greene | BSE '20
Our alumni are teaching in middle schools and high schools throughout the region and the United States. The closest being right next door at Penn Manor High School (Megan Hastings '23 pictured above) to across the Pacific in Hawaii.
An Earth & Space Science certified educator is qualified to teach subjects such as: geology, hydrology, oceanography, astronomy, climatology, meteorology, paleontology, and seismology as well as general science and environmental science.
“The faculty in the Earth Sciences Department encouraged me to develop my skills beyond the classroom by engaging in student research, volunteering for the Science Olympiad, and developing Earth Science lessons all of which helped me build confidence to succeed in my teaching career.”
- Sandon Eaton | BSE '19