Admission to, or continued enrollment in, the teacher preparation program may be denied a candidate on the basis or review by faculty. To prepare in K-8 elementary education the candidate shall satisfy degree requirements of the Department of Teaching and Learning. To prepare in P-3 early childhood education, the candidate shall satisfy the degree requirements of the Department of Human Development. To enhance employment opportunities, certificate candidates may wish to teach in a subordinate area by completing supporting endorsement requirements. Admission to Teacher Preparation Applicants who meet the minimum requirements are eligible for consideration, but not assured admission.
Enrollment is limited and admission competitive.
Admission deadlines are October 31 and March 31 with admission effective the following term. Minimum Criteria Completion, within the last three years, of 80 hours of supervised work with children or youth in a diverse setting. ACT or SAT score which meets current state requirements. Those holding a bachelor s degree and those with two years of successful college work in which competency in oral and written communication, math and reading has been demonstrated are exempt. Completion of at least 30 semester hours of course work.