Transition to Teaching

Posted: Mon, 09/26/2011 - 2:51pm Updated: Fri, 02/22/2013 - 2:43pm

Transition to Teaching programs are based on the premise that the candidate already has content knowledge in the licensing area. Each accredited education institution is required to offer or be in collaboration with other institutions to offer a Transition to Teaching program. Praxis I and II may be required for admission to a program. The programs consist of 18 hours of coursework for secondary education and 24 hours for elementary education. No education courses are required as prerequisites for admission.

Elementary Education Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree with a grade point average of at least 3.0, both in the major and overall; or
  • Both a baccalaureate degree with a grade point average of at least 2.50, both in the major and overall, and five (5) years of professional experience.
  • 24 preparation hours, six (6) of those hours for reading

Secondary Education Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree with a grade point average of at least 3.0, both in the major and overall;
  • Graduate degree; or
  • Both a baccalaureate degree with a grade point average of at least 2.50, both in the major area and overall, and five (5) years of professional experience.
  • 18 preparation hours

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