How long does it take to become a Political Science teacher?

Question

How long does it take to become a Political Science teacher? I would like to teach at a Community College.

Second Question: What is the pay in California?

Answer 1

This is another one of those "how long" questions that are so difficult to answer. You must have a four year degree. That is first and foremost. As it says, that should take four years, unless you take more courses or less each semester. Then, to teach in a community college, while some schools will accept adjunct teachers with limited education, you most likely will be asked to have a Master's degree in poly sci. This can take a year or more, depending on how many credits you are taking and whether you have to write a thesis or take an exam. Some schools may actually want a doctorate. If you are interested in California colleges, they usually demand more education. So, simply, a minimum of five years to get your Master's in poly sci, and then whatever time extra is required. I don't have any idea about the pay, sorry. You can check on the schools' webs for beginning salaries. They should be public information.