5-8 Science

State Testing Requirements

• MTLE: Middle Level Science 5-8 (sub test 1 and sub test 2) 

The above assumes you have a valid Minnesota full-time license, exempting you from the basic skills and pedagogy test requirements.

Pedagogy Requirements Satisfied by MN Teaching License

These requirements are deemed as satisfied by a valid Minnesota full-time teaching license.

• GED 7815 - Schools and Society
• GED 7825 - Educational Psychology
• GED 7862 - Education and Cultural Diversity
• GED 7867 - Theory to Practice
• GED 7872 - Exceptionality

Remaining Pedagogy Requirements - Additional License, 5-8

• GED 7871 - Teaching Literacy in the Middle and Secondary School 5-12
• GED 7888 - English Learners in the Mainstream
• GED 7990 - Advanced Practicum

Methods Requirements - Sciences

• GED 7879 - Teaching Mathematics and Science in the Middle and Secondary School Part I
• GED 7874 - Teaching Science in the Middle and Secondary School Part II

Content Requirements - 5-8 Science

• BIOL 1510 - Integrated Concepts in Biology I
• BIOL 1520 - Integrated Concepts in Biology II
• CHEM 1130 - General Chemistry I
• CHEM 1140 - General Chemistry II
• MATH 1200 - Statistics
• PHYS 1120 - Astronomy
• One course in physical geology

Additional Licensure Notes

• There is a 7-year limit for students to complete licensure requirements, including passing advanced practicum and applying for the Minnesota teaching license.
• Additional license candidates are not eligible for the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree. Ask your advisor about options for advanced degrees or other continuing education at Hamline.

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