Become a Teacher

Initial Teacher Licensure programs

Interested in a career in teaching? Whether you're interested in teaching elementary, special education or secondary education, the COE Initial Teacher Licensure programs are designed to meet your needs.

Options for Teacher Licensure

* for students who already have a Bachelor's degree and want to pursue teacher licensure

Classified status in the College of Education is necessary for registration in most required teacher education courses. Program sheets showing specific requirements are available online.

Advising

Those interested in an undergraduate degree, post-baccalaureate certification or the Master's in Teaching should contact the Office of Student Academic Services (OSAS) and set up an appointment with an academic advisor.

Those interested in Special Education, should contact the SPED department directly.