Secondary Education

Definition of Secondary Education as it relates to Education, Academic Degrees

Secondary Education refers to the stage of education following primary education and preceding tertiary education, typically covering grades 6-12 or ages 11-18. It is focused on preparing students for further academic study or entry into the workforce by building upon foundational knowledge and introducing more specialized subjects such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. Secondary Education often culminates in the awarding of a high school diploma or equivalent certification.

Child Hierarchical Categories

Note
Related Categories ⇒