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Certification Requirements
Each state’s Department of Education sets the specific requirements for becoming licensed as a teacher. Even though there are individualized requirements by state to become a teacher, there are some general guidelines that cross state lines, including:
You must obtain a bachelor’s degree. While most cases will require you to hold a bachelor’s or master’s in education, alternative certification programs are available in some states that will permit the bachelor’s degree to be obtained in another discipline.
Most teaching programs will require you to have completed a focused program within the area in which you would like to teach. This often involves student teaching within your chosen area.
In addition to obtaining a bachelor’s degree, many states will require you to complete a liberal arts undergraduate program. In some cases, there is a state licensing test you must successfully pass in order to gain your teaching certification.
Review the requirements of your individual state by checking this link.
Alternative Teaching Certification
If you have not obtained a bachelor’s degree in education, you may still be able to be licensed as a teacher with your state. In an effort to attract more professionals into the career, some states offer an alternative certification program. If you have obtained a bachelor’s degree in another discipline, you can apply to a state approved alternative teaching certification program that upon successful completion, will allow you to receive your teaching credential. |
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