Second Teaching Field in Speech (Grades Seven through Twelve)
For students who are seeking a teacher certification within their major and would like a second teaching field in Speech, the requirements are:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1310 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| COMM 2315 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| COMM 2330 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| COMM 2338 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| COMM 3345 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| COMM 4310 | Methods of Teaching Communication Studies | 3 |
| COMM Advanced Electives | 3 | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |
| Interpretive Reading | ||
| Communication Theory | ||
| Professional Communication | ||
| Planning Communication Studies Activities and Events | ||
| Total Hours | 24 | |
All students pursuing teacher certification must apply and be accepted to the Office of Educator Preparation.
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires multiple background checks for progression through the Educator Preparation Program. Based on information recorded in your criminal history, you may be ineligible for issuance of a teaching certificate upon completion of the Educator Preparation Program. If you have a criminal history, you may obtain a Preliminary Criminal History Evaluation from TEA. For more information, go to: https://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Investigations/Preliminary_Criminal_History_Evaluation-FAQs/.
