Dual Major in Adolescence Education: Social Studies and History (7-12)
So you think you want to be a social studies teacher? We’re here to help. Just for you, we’ve designed a program rich in the subjects you love. This way you’ll further your passion for history while preparing to share it with the world.
Career Potential
- Teaching social studies (grades 7-12)
- Educational researcher, curriculum specialist, educational material developer
- Museums and heritage tourism
- Government and non-profit agencies and organizations
Be in Demand
- Our grads know their stuff. They all majored in a content area, which means that there is a depth to their knowledge, and it shows.
- Preparation, preparation, preparation. Our grads went through a rigorous sequence of courses with lots of opportunities to practice the craft.
- To become the best, our grads worked with the best. The faculty and cooperating teachers create supportive, challenging and exciting experiences for learning and growing.
The employment opportunities in this feed are a sample from Career Services’ Handshake portal. Some positions may require additional certifications. Handshake is available to current SUNY Cortland students and alumni.
Special Features
- Preparation for teacher certification
- History Club
- Study abroad programs
- History honors society
- Individualized research projects
Get Involved
College is more than a classroom. Enhance your experience with extracurricular opportunities.
Student Club
History Club
Plan movie nights, community events and field trips to historic sites.
Honor Society
Phi Alpha Theta, National History Honor Society