Licensing Programs

Transform your bachelor's degree into a teaching career

The Transition to Teaching program at Indiana University Southeast offers an affordable choice for individuals with a bachelor's degree in another field to become licensed teachers. With a combination of evening coursework, professional seminars, and in-school teaching experiences, you have an accelerated pathway to licensure, allowing you to quickly enter the teaching profession without starting from scratch academically.

This program is specifically designed for career-changers, enabling you to leverage your existing academic background and swiftly transition into the teaching profession.

We offer four program choices:

Comprehensive preparation for real-world classrooms

One of the key benefits of the Transition to Teaching program at IU Southeast is its flexible scheduling options. Our program accommodates your busy lifestyle, making it easier to balance your current job and personal responsibilities. This flexibility is crucial in getting you hands-on experiences in real classrooms.

IU Southeast's program is structured to be both cost-effective and comprehensive, providing essential training in teaching skills and subject-specific knowledge. The curriculum includes theoretical coursework and practical student teaching experiences, ensuring you are well-prepared for the classroom environment. And the accelerated nature of the program allows you to complete the necessary requirements efficiently, helping you transition into the workforce faster.

New perspectives in diverse classroom environments

By bringing diverse professional experiences into the classroom, the Transition to Teaching program enriches the learning environment for students. This program not only benefits you as an aspiring teacher, but also addresses teacher shortages and infuses new perspectives and skills into the educational system.

IU Southeast's Transition to Teaching program is your gateway to a fulfilling career in education.

Need help?

If you have any questions, contact:

Caitlin Jones, Licensing Advisor
Hillside Hall, Room 108D
4201 Graduate Line Road
New Albany, IN 47150
USA
812-941-2251
cbyerley@iu.edu