A PhD is a high honor many postgraduate students strive to achieve and can take years of focused study. Those who complete the program generally have the skills and knowledge to obtain a competitive career in their field.

What is a PhD in Secondary Education? This program is designed for those who already have their teaching degree or may be looking to get their initial certification in teaching. It often builds on an existing specialized background, such as science or history, and provides additional in-depth training in the field of academia. In addition to defending a thesis at the end of program completion, students may also be required to take additional coursework. Some courses may include quantitative and qualitative research methods, educational leadership or advanced pedagogy.

Once students have a PhD, in addition to further practical teaching skills, they should also have strong skills in research and analysis, presentation, communications and organization, all of which are desirable by employers.

Whether a student chooses to study full time and where the school is located can affect the overall cost. For a complete picture, interested students should reach out to schools for more information.

After students have their secondary education degree, they should be able to find a number of positions in the field of academia. Some may choose to work in a public or private school setting as a teacher, principal or superintendent. Others may choose to work in higher education as a lecturer, professor or administrator. For those who wish to adhere to their own schedule, other job options may include freelance consultant, seminar speaker or author.

To find a program that offers PhD certification, students can search options online. Many schools offer online courses for students who work full time. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.