You love language and communication, but have you ever thought of teaching the art of speech and articulation? Combine your desire to teach with the passion you have for all kinds of communication, including discussion and argumentation, rhetoric, interpersonal, even communication theory and processes. With a Speech Education supplemental endorsement from Wayne State, you’ll be able to teach speech communication in grades 7-12. You’ll be prepared to direct junior high and high school speech activities and keep the importance of intriguing speech and communication alive.
- Credit hours: 21
- Schools: Arts and Humanities, Education and Behavioral Sciences
- Departments: Communication Arts, Educational Foundations and Leadership
- Accreditation: Council of Accreditation for Educator Preparation (CAEP)
Courses for the Speech endorsement
- CNA 210 Interpersonal Communication (3)
- CNA 252 Public Address (3)
- CNA 317 Argumentation (3)
- CNA 346 Organizational Communication I (3)
- CNA 442 Communication and Rhetorical Theory (3)
- CNA 467 Intercultural Communication (3)
Choose one of the following:
- CNA 140/240/440 Intercollegiate Forensics (3)
- CNA 447 Directing Communication Activities (3)
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Popular pairings
Recent students paired the Speech Education supplemental endorsement with the following programs:
- Secondary English Education (subject endorsement)
Licensure/certification
Wayne State's Speech Education endorsement is designed to prepare students for initial teacher licensure/certification in Nebraska. It has not been determined if this program meets requirements for all other states. If you are planning to pursue professional licensure or certification in a state other than Nebraska, it is strongly recommended that you contact the appropriate licensing entity in that state to seek information and guidance regarding licensure or certification requirements before beginning an academic program.
Speech Education certification disclosure for all states
