THE TRADITIONAL PATHWAY INTO TEACHING
Whether you are a recent college graduate or considering a career change, the traditional path is just for you. This pathway requires traditional student teaching over the course of a fall and spring semester. Before applying to the program, you will need to complete 45 hours of pre-program field experience* with the age group you would like to teach. For example, if you want to teach single-subject history, your hours will be with middle or high school-aged kids. This can be accomplished through a variety of opportunities such as classroom volunteering, substitute teaching, coaching, or even working with various youth group programs. You will also need to hold a bachelor's degree in any subject from an accredited college or university.
* This experience must have taken place within the last five years.
The program is available both in person and online. Your success is our success as you prepare to enter one of the most rewarding in-demand careers today.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any subject
- 45 hours (within the last 5 years) of time working with the age group of children you would like to teach
- Successful satisfy the basic skills Bachelor degree requirement
- Successfully satisfy the subject matter competency requirement
- Submit a credential program application
See our comprehensive list of application requirements and prerequisites.
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Application Filing Periods |
Summer | Fall | Spring |
| Multiple & Single Subject | December 1 - April 15 | March 1 - July 15 | May 1 - October 15 |
| Bilingual Added Authorization - Spanish | December 1 - April 15 | March 1 - July 15 | May 1 - October 15 |
| PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction | December 1 - April 15 | March 1 - July 15 | May 1 - October 15 |
| TK Teacher Residency Program | December 1 - April 15 | March 1 - July 15 | May 1 - October 15 |
REQUEST MORE INFORMATION
- Contact us today to learn more about applying to the credential program.
