Academic college: Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation. This Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAE) program, with a concentration in Secondary Education (History), prepares students to teach history at the middle and high school levels (grades 6-12). The curriculum provides a robust foundation in historical content across various eras and regions (e.g., Global History, U.S. History, Non-U.S. History) combined with pedagogical knowledge, teaching methodologies, and practical classroom management. Students will take core history courses (e.g., The Historian's Craft, Historical Inquiry) and specialized education courses (e.g., Methods of Teaching History, instructional design, special education). The program emphasizes a clinical immersion model (iTeachAZ), culminating in extensive professional field experiences and a supervised student teaching experience, providing practical, hands-on readiness for real classrooms within local school districts. It is designed to meet Arizona state certification requirements for secondary history teachers, which may be transferable to other states.

Graduates are prepared to become certified secondary education teachers in History/Social Studies (grades 6-12). Career paths include: High School History Teacher, Middle School Social Studies Teacher, History Department Head, Social Studies Curriculum Developer, Educational Consultant, Archivist, Historian, Museum Educator, Public Historian, or pursuing further graduate studies in education or history. There is a consistent demand for qualified history/social studies teachers. The program's blend of in-depth content knowledge and extensive clinical experience makes graduates highly competitive in various educational and related fields, with a focus on preparing a robust workforce for the West Valley region.

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 West Valley campus has a peaceful and welcoming vibe, surrounded by beautiful courtyards and fountains. It focuses on training the next generation of a more robust workforce. This degree is taught in ASU’s Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation, 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 (iTeachAZ), providing extensive classroom experience and partnerships with school districts, with professional experiences completed at an approved setting within 40 miles of the campus.