The goal of the adolescence to young adult AYA program (formerly secondary education) in the School of Teaching and Learning, within the College of Education and Human Development at Bowling Green State University is to prepare graduates to teach grades 7-12, and to obtain an Adolescence to Young Adult teaching license in an area of specialization. The program provides students with a wide variety of experiences that will enable them to become effective teachers. Students in the program complete extensive coursework in specialization areas they plan to teach.

Knowledge of the subject matter is only part of the AYA program. Emphasis is also placed on how to teach in today’s schools. Included in the curriculum are courses that lead to the development of human relations skills, innovative instructional methods, and field experiences working with students in urban, suburban and rural school settings.

The Adolescence to Young Adult (Secondary Education) programme is offered at Bowling Green State University.