A course of study is available for those who wish to teach biology at the secondary level.
Students receive a degree in biology with an emphasis in secondary education.
In addition to the courses listed below, students are required to meet the certification requirements mandated by the Department of Education of the State of Kansas. Some specific general education courses may be required. Cognates Biology Majors in this program also are required to take the following courses or their equivalents to meet state certification standards. All students completing a teacher education program at Fort Hays State University shall satisfy the professional education requirement. Programs leading to certification at the secondary level require the following courses or their equivalent.