ERIC ED394967: Alternative Paths to Teaching: A Directory of Postbaccalaureate Programs. Second Edition.

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Alternative Paths to Teachir$4: A Directory of
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Postbaccalaureate Programs. Second Edition.
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Programs; National Surveys; Program Content; Program
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Programs; *Teaching (Occupation)
ABSTRACT
This directory presents information on 328 programs
in colleges and universities for individuals who already have a
bachelor's degree and wish to earn a teaching license, a master's
degree in teaching, or both. Information was gathered from a fall
1995 survey of the member institutions of the American Association of
Colleges for Teacher Education; information reflects State and
institutional requirements at that time. Programs offered by State
governments, school districts, or other sources are not included.
Programs are arranged in alphabetical order by State and by
institution of higher education and include the approximate time
needed to complete the program, usually in months. Some programs
require extended placements in elementary or secondary schools as
part of the course of study which may cause hardship for those
working full-time while studying. Descriptions offer an idea of each
program's requirement, the levels and types of teaching license that
may be earned, and whether or not a master's degree is offered.
Program descriptions also list credential areas and contact person
with address information. A glossary of terms is provided along with
tips for anyone considering a teaching career. Additional teacher
education resources are also cited. OWO
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1111. Alternative Paths to Teaching: A Directory of Posthaccalaureate Programs
Introduction
Congratulations on your deciskm to consider a career in education. Teaching is a challenging profession, but the
rewards are extraordinary.
Individuals are prepared to teach in a variety of ways. In the past. rrost educators completed requirements for their
teaching license as a part of a college or university undergraduate program. Although this remains the most common
taken
way to become a teacher, programs do exist for individuals who already hold a baccalaureate degree but have not
for those who
any education courses. This directory presents information on 328 programs in colleges and universities
already have a bachelor's degree and want to complete requirements to earn a teaching license, a master's degree, or
both.
Information included in the directory is the result of a survey of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher
Education's member institutions. The program descriptions were voluntarily submitted and the directory does not
include all such programs available in U.S. colleges and universities. The directory does not include programs that may
he offered by state governments, school districts, or other sources.
Information in the directory was submitted in fall 1995. Program descriptions reflect institutional and state
requirements at that time. These are always subject to change. If a program interests you, we suggest you write or call
the college or university for additional information. The contact person listed for each institution will he able to give
you details about the program and how to apply. Questions about the program should be directed to that person, not to
AACTE.
How to use this directory
Programs are arranged in alphabetical order by state and by institution of higher education. The approximate
amount of time necessary to complete the program (full time and part time) is included; generally in months. There is
no guarantee that you will be able to complete your program in that time frame. The amount of time you will need to
earn a teaching license will vary according to your personal circumstances. Some programs require extended place-
ments in elementary or secondary schools as part of the course of study. This may represent a challenge for people who
plan to work full time while completing requirements for a teaching license. However, sonie colleges and universities
report they work with local school districts, allowing individuals enrolled in their program to be employed in a school
while completing licensure requirements.
The descriptions in this directory will give you an idea of each program's requirements, the levels and types of
teaching license that may be earned, and whether or not a master's degree is offered, Many people prefer to work
toward a master's degree and a teaching license because school district salaries are higher for individuals with these
degrees. However, earning a master's degree may take longer than merely completing requirements for a teaching
license.
Terms
Certificate/License-States issue teaching credentials to people who successfully complete required coursework and
examinations. Some states call the credential a "certificate" and others use the term "license."
(WA-Grade Point Average.
SA, RA, NPA-Colleges and universities'that offer teacher preparation programs must be approved by the state
(SA) and many are regionally accredited (RA). In addition, the teacher preparation program may meet standards for a
national professional accreditation (NPA).
NTE-Many states require individuals seeking a teaching credential to achieve a passing score on a standardi:ed
examination. The National Teachers Examination (NTE) often is used for this purpose. PRAXIS is another test coin-
miinly required for a teaching license.
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Alternat we Paths to Teaching: A Director), of Post baccaLmreate Programs
C :onsider w'here you want tt teach and whether or not vou are willing to relocate. Not all schaaol districts
cur-
rently have or tifiticipate having teaching vacancies. Sell, hal district personnel eatfiL
es inay be able ha 'give You
an idea of jt,b availability.
Review your undergraduate transcript. Are the courses you took in your major and
minor fields still current
Are they subjects that conunonly are taught in elementary, middle, or secondary schools
If your baccalaureate
degree was earned a number elf years ago or if your major field isn't
one nvight in elementary or secondary
schools, you may be required to take courses in a teaching field
as well as in professional education.
.Although the teaching credential you earn may be recogni:ed in one state, it might
not be tn another state. It
you intend to relocate in the near future, find out if the teaching license or certificate will be accepted.
The information in this directory is only a starting point. Find taut
more about the programs that interest You. If
convenient, visit the campus and talk with other students .md faculty members about the program.
Additional Resources
Other sources of information about ti teaching career include:
Manual on Certificaton and the' Proarathm 4 Ethwatit 'nal Perm nine!,
l NO-19Q7. Prepared by the Natitanal
.Association of State Directors ot Teacher Education and C ertification, this document lists the
names, phone
numbers, and mailing lists of the teacher certifications in each state. If
you want information about the require-
ments to earn a license in a particular state or if the license you earn in one state will be accepted elsewhere,
this directory will tell vou who to call. It is available from Kendall/Iiunt Publishing l:o., 4050 \Vestmark
Drive.
Dubuque, IA 52004- I S40. The price is $74.95.
The ERR: Clearinghouse on Teaching and Teacher Educat
ton provides general intormation for would-be teach-
ers and referrals to staurces tat more specialized material. ERIC IntO C ards are available free t af charge tan the tot-
hawing tiapics:
International Teaching Opportunities
Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification
Financial Aid for Teacher Educati.an Students
Specialized Interests in Teaching
:hoositte a Teacher Education College/Unit ersity
1.
Finding a Teaching Pt asition
Additionally, the t learinehouse produces ERR' Digests, twt
a-page overviews tat current topics. also tree ot Lharge.
To request Info Cards and/or receive a listing ind order torm tor tree Digests, send
a business-six, selt-addressed,
stamped envelope to One l'hipont Circle; Suite 010: Waslungtt
an, Ix 200i0-1180. For tither mit armat ion, e all
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Table of Contents
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Missouri
Introduction
Klontana
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How to use this directory
Terms
Tips
II
95
Nebraska
Additional rest wee:
97
Nevada
A
New Hatnpshire
100
Alabama
New jersey
102
1
Alaska
New Mexico
107
ri:ona
8
110
New York
Arkansas
10
North Carolina
118
North Dakota
126
0
California
14
:olorado
Ohio
127
Connect icut
Oklahoma
135
Oregon
I 38
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District ill (
Atunbia
Pennsylvania
139
Puerto Rico
146
10
Florida
Rhode Island
147
lIeorgia
34
39
South Carolina
148
1
South Dakota
151
Idaho
40
4'
Illinois
Indiana
47
Tennessee
152
52
Iowa
158
Texas
Kansas
54
hah
167
57
Kentucky
V
168
Vermont
misiana
Virginia
169
laiiie
64
Washington
175
65
Nlaryland
West Virginia
180
69
Nlassachuset ts
Wisc, )nsin
18 I
76
Michigan
Index
188
80
Minnesota
83
Mississippi
Alternative Paths to Teaching: A Directory of Posthaccalaureate Programs
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Alternative Fifth-Year Program
Approximate Time to Complete: 12-16 months (Ff); 36 months (PT)
Degree, Certificate. or License Awarded: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates earn a Master ot
Education degree and are eligible for an Alabama teaching credential (Class A, master's-level teaching certifi-
cate).
Credential Areas: Elementary; Secondary: French, Language Arts/English, Spanish, Music, Mathematics,
Science; Agribusiness; Business and Office; Home Economics; Industrial Technology/Industrial Arts; Marketing;
Physical Education; and Special Education.
Program Description: The Alternative Fifth-Year Program provides initial teacher preparation at the graduate
level for candidates who hold the bachelor's degree and content preparation in a certifiable teaching field. The
program leads to a Master of Education degree and a master's level Alabama teaching credential (SA, RA, NPA).
Contact Person: Virginia Hayes
Associate Dean
Auburn univen,iry
1464 Haley Center
Auburn, AL 36849
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
AUBURN UNIVERSITYMONTGOMERY
Program Name: Alternative Master of Education
.Approximate Time to Complete: 15 months (FT); 20 months (PT)
Degree, Certificate, or License Awarded: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates earn a master's
degree and are eligible for an Alabama teaching credential (Class A).
Credential Areas: Early Childhood; Elementary; Secondary: Language Arts/EnglishArt, Mathematics, Science
(Biology), History/Social Studies; and Special Education: Mental Retardation, Learning Disabilities, Early
(:hildhd I landicapped.
Pn,gram I)eseription: The prograin is designed for individuals who desire a master's degree and an Alabama Class
A teaching certificate and who have a bachelor's degree in a non-education area. In addition to regular admis-
sion requirements, the student must have an overall OPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale on all work prior to the graduate
admission and must pass the Content Nlastery Examinations for EducatorsBasic Skills Test. The individual
must complete a minimum of 75 quarter hours of graduate work in a planned program with at least 10 quarter
hours of the program being a full-time internship. Extensive daytime laboratory experiences in the public schools
are required in the program (SA, RA, NPA).
t'intact Person: Janet Warren
Assistant Dean
ot Education
Auburn 1_ niversitv
nu gi
s
7300 I Iniversity I )r.
Montgomery, AL 10117
Tvl: [phone] pax: (314) 244- isl;
E-Mail: j warrennAla um.edtt
Alternative Paths to Teaching: A Directory of Postbaccalaureate Programs
BIRMINGHAM-SOUTHERN COLLEGE
Program Name: Adult Studies (Evening)
Approximate Time to Complete: 24 months (FT); 48 months (PT)
Degree. Certificate, Or License Awarded: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are eligible tor
an Alabama teaching credential (Class B. grades K-6).
Credential Areas: Elementary.
Program Description: This program is offered during evening hours for individuals who work during the day. Field
experiences and student teaching must be done during the day (S.A, RA, NPA).
Contact Person: RD. Whetstone
Chair, Education Division
Birmingham-Southern College
P.O. Box 549027
Arkadelphia Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35254
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Nontraditional Fifth-Year Program
Approximate Time to Complete: 18 months (FT); 24-12 months (PT)
Degree, Certificate, or License Awarded: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates earn
a Master ot
Science degree or a Master of Science in Education degree and are eligible for an Alabama teaching credential
(Class A, master's level).
Credential Areas: Early Childhood; Elementary; Secondary: Language Arts/English, Musk (instrumental N-12,
vocal/choral N-12), Mathematics, Science, History/Social Studies: Physical Education; and Special Education.
hll
hl
Program Description: This program is open tt; students
wao
a oac..e.or's degree with a major in a field of
1
1
study other than teacher education. Program completion leads to a Master of Science in Education
or a Master of
Music in Education and fifth-year Alabama Class A teacher certification. To be eligible for enrollment
in this
program. students must meet the general admission requirements of the College of Graduate Studies and all
admission requirements outlined in an initial evaluation with an adviser from the certification office (SA, RA,
NPA).
(:ontact Perm ,n: Clyde Wilson
Certification Officer
700 Pelham Rd. N.
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL 36265
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]i)
SAMFORD UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Fifth-Year Nontraditional Program
Approximate Time tt (7omplete: 12 months (FT)
Oegree
ertificate_,License Awarded: Llpt
sUcce.ssilli complet Ion of the program, candidates earn a Master tit
Science in Education degree and are eligible tor ;In Alabama t eat bine redential
lass A, master's level).
IEW Alternative Paths to Teaching: A Directory of Postbaccalaureate Pntgrams
Credential Are;is: Early Childhimd; Elementat-y.
Program Description: The Fifth-Year Nontraditional Graduate Program at Samford University is designed for stu-
dents, who have earned a bachelor's degree in another field to earn a Master of Science in Education with (lass
A Certification. Samiiird's FYNT Program offers degrees in early childhot id, elementary education, and music
education (SA, RA).
(:ontact Person: Alyce Ciolowash
Advisement Counselor
Samford University, Graduate Program
Birmingham, AL 35229
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]n8
SPRING HILL COLLEGE
Program Name: Master of Arts in Teaching
Approximate Time to Complete: Varies
Degree, Certificate, or License Awarded: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates earn a Master of
Arts in Teaching degree and are eligible for an Alabama ( :lass A teaching credential (Early Childhood
Education, Elementary Education).
Credential Areas: Early Childhood; Elementary.
Program Description: The Master of Arts in Teaching deVree is designed for persons whose baccalaureate degree
is in a field other than education. The program allows prospective teachers to integrate knowledge gamed
through undergraduate coursework with graduate studies in educatum (SA, RA).
t:ontact Person: B.
:elestin Algero
Ch"ir, Division of Educatim
Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL 36608-1791
Tel: [phone] Fax: ( 334 ) 400-2154
TROY STATE UNIVERSITY
Program Name: Class A Alternative Program
Approximate Time to Complete: Six quarters (FT and PT)
Degree, Certificate, or License Awarded: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates earn a Master of
Science in Education degree and are eligible for an Alabama teaching credential (( :lass A).
( :redential Areas: Early (Iiildhisd; Elementary; Secondary: Language Arts/English, Music, Mathematics,
Science, History/Social Studies; and Special Education.
Program lkscription: No pnigram descnprion available (sA, RA, NpA).
:tintact Person: James D. Kimbniugh
Dean, School of Edmation
Tn ty State llniversitv
206 Ma:artha
University Ave.
TroyAL 36082
Tel: (334) n70-3165
( 334) 07t.1-3774