A couple questions about college (mainly courses)?

Question

-Well, I know I'm going to have to major in Mathematics. But, its also a manditory class... so what would be different if I majored in it?
-How long does it take to become a teacher? I heard six years in college...I've also heard five years...and I've also heard you can go for four years then take your fifth later after you've already become a teacher
-What other courses would I have to take to be a highschool math teacher besides Mathematics?
-I'm becoming a teacher to help become a sports coach... can I take classes at college at the same time so I can become a coach and a teacher right out of college?

If you can answer anyone of these questions you will be a great help. You don't have to answer everyone. Thanks

Answer 1

You sound much more like someone who wishes to major in Physical Education and Coaching with perhaps a secondary major in in Mathematics Education. It should take no more than four years to complete.

It is good to be honest with ones self and realize that if your passion is coaching that is what you should devote the majority of your time to.

It is commendable that you wish to study to Mathematics, however to say it is a "mandatory class" betrays a lack of understanding of what it means to major in mathematics.

The primary difference between those who major in Mathematics and those who major in Mathematics Education is that the former group need not understand how others learn mathematics while the later group must.
The latter group would undertake far more narrow study involving many courses in advanced topics.

Good Luck!

Answer 2

It depends on your state. Most areas you need a bachelors degree and you have to pass a test proving proficiency in your major. Then, you complete a year of licensing classes and "how to teach" stuff. To teach high school math, you will need TONS of math classes, some VERY advanced. In my state, the test to become a math teacher is described as "worse than any math test I have ever seen, even harder than getting into a masters degree program"