Students in the teacher preparation program may be undergraduates pursuing a bachelor's degree or post- baccalaureate students preparing for teacher certification. Undergraduates considering a career in teaching are encouraged to contact an advisor in the Office of Student Services as soon as possible. Even though the College of Education does not admit students to the teaching program until they have completed 56 units of college work, the advisors help freshman and sophomore students plan their first two years of coursework to qualify for admission to the college. Advising Sessions Academic advising is provided in several formats, including individual counseling, walk-in advising and group advising. Attending a General Information Session is the first step for a student considering a degree in education.
Advisors present an overview of the teaching program and the admission process.
General Information Sessions are held in the college weekly. To make an individual appointment with an advisor, visit the office or call or e-mail your request. Bring your unofficial transcripts and any other pertinent papers to the appointment. The Office of Student Services also oversees the college's student recruitment and retention efforts and several projects that provide opportunities for pre-education and education students to gain experience working with young children and adolescents. See Working with Kids for more information.