At IU Southeast, you can take your non-education bachelor’s degree and turn that into a teaching license with alternative teaching licensure. Put your passion for education into action with our Transition to Teaching program.
Do you hold a bachelor’s degree in a field other than teacher education, but would like to teach in preschool or K-12 schools? After only a year of coursework, you could earn your teaching license through our fast-track pathway to licensure. Our Transition to Teaching program prepares students to pass their teaching license examination and become a teacher.
IU Southeast offers courses and teaching experiences that fit your schedule. Our Transition to Teaching programs consist of a combination of evening classes, professional seminars, and in-school teaching. Enroll in an average of 2-3 courses at a time, leaving time for your job and family.
The Elementary, Early Childhood, and Special Education programs include three semesters of coursework followed by student teaching for a total of 24 credit hours. For qualified bachelor degree holders, the Secondary Education program includes just two semesters of coursework plus student teaching, totaling 18 credit hours.
Take your expertise and transform it into a fulfilling career as a teacher.
Add four courses to complete a master’s degree
Supports Indiana Emergency Permit and Transition to Teaching Permit holders
In-state tuition for many Kentucky students
Indiana University Southeast
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