Preparation for Teacher Licensure

Programs to prepare teachers at several different levels and in a variety of teaching areas are offered cooperatively between the Department of Teacher Education and the Departments of Arts and Humanities, Mathematics, Natural Science, and Social Science, Fine, Digital and Performing Arts. At the early childhood level (grades preK-3) a degree in education is offered. At the middle childhood level (grades 4-9), a degree in education or natural science is available.

Licensure at the adolescent to young adult level (grades 7-12) requires a degree in the area of teaching specialization. Multiage licenses (grades K-12) in visual arts and intervention specialist are also available.

If you wish to become a licensed teacher, you should refer to the Department of Teacher Education section of this website and work with a faculty advisor on licensure matters. Admission to teacher licensure programs is a selective process which requires completion of related degree requirements as well as professional education requirements and other eligibility criteria for teacher licensure.