Academic college: Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation. This Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAE) program specializes in preparing students to teach Biological Sciences at the secondary school level (grades 6-12). The curriculum offers a strong foundation in biological sciences combined with pedagogical knowledge, teaching methodologies, and practical classroom management. Students will take core biology courses (e.g., General Biology, Genetics, Ecology, Evolution) and specialized education courses (e.g., Science Teaching Methods for Secondary Schools, Methods of Teaching Biology). The program emphasizes a clinical immersion model, culminating in a supervised student teaching experience, providing extensive hands-on experience in real classrooms. It is designed to meet Arizona state certification requirements, which may be transferable to other states.

Graduates are prepared to become certified secondary education teachers in Biological Sciences (grades 6-12). Career paths include: High School Biology Teacher, Middle School Science Teacher, Science Curriculum Developer, Educational Consultant, STEM Educator in informal settings (museums, zoos), or pursuing further graduate studies in education or biological sciences. There is a strong demand for qualified science teachers. The program's intensive practical experience and specialized subject knowledge make graduates highly sought-after in both public and private school settings, and charter schools.

Arizona State University is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation, consistently named #1 for innovation by U.S. News & World Report. It is consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students, reflecting its global appeal and supportive environment. ASU's Tempe campus is its historic and largest campus, home to hundreds of degree programs, first-rate research facilities, and big sporting events, offering an energetic city-like feel. This degree is taught in ASU’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, which is internationally ranked for the quality of its teacher preparation programs. In fact, ASU began as an institution for training teachers, highlighting a deep legacy and expertise in education. The college emphasizes a clinical immersion model, providing extensive classroom experience and partnerships with school districts.