Criteria for Becoming a Chemistry Teacher:

In order to teach Chemistry at the middle and high school levels, the preparation must be equivalent to a major (at least 50 quarter credits/ 33 semester credits) in science related disciplines, with a majority of the coursework in Chemistry.Preparation should include courses in a combination of the following areas:
  • Full sequence of Physical Chemistry with lab (200-level minimum)
  • Full sequence of Organic Chemistry with lab (200-level minimum)
  • Biology or Physics with lab (full sequence recommended)
  • Biochemistry
  • Chemical Safety

Please note that these are guidelines only and that a transcript review and advising are needed to ensure that you will meet the requirements. For advising related to preparation for Chemistry teaching, please contact:

Kristin Johnson
Zabel Hall #227
541-962-3529
kristin.johnson@eou.edu