Students may change from one teaching program to another. However, they incur the responsibility of identifying and satisfying all requirements of the new program including readmission into teacher certification. Teacher certification students who return to the college after a withdrawal must do so under the requirements of the most current Academic Catalog. All programs re-cognize the importance of early and continual professional field experiences. Students observing and participating in the public schools prior to student teaching may be asked to complete a form authorizing a full disclosure New Hampshire criminal records check.
Students are responsible for any related fees.
Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Teacher Certification and Field Experiences. The criteria for admission include a validation of basic skills proficiency through standardized examination. Validation of basic skills proficiency is determined by passing Praxis I Academic Skills assessments in reading, mathematics and writing. This standardized examination is offered on campus at least once during the academic year, as well as at off-campus sites. This test must be taken during the first year in the teacher education program.