Alternative Route to Teacher Certification: Elementary Education Shared Core
Admission Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in last thirty credits of college (undergraduate or graduate) coursework.
Passing scores on the WEST B sub-tests (writing, reading, and mathematics).
Passing scores on the NES elementary education sub-test 1 and sub-test 2 and the WEST-E (English language learners or special education) before entering the program or within the first two quarters in the program.
District validation of qualifications that include a one-year-long internship.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates must complete all major courses with a B- or higher, maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, and meet all requirements of the Teacher Certification Program for Washington State Teacher Certification.
Program Requirements
Successful completion of the following: Pre-residency intensive experience; a year-long internship that includes a minimum of 720 hours in a K-8 classroom; successful completion of a Saturday seminar once a month; successful completion of coursework.
Alternative Route Core Requirements Credits: (24)
These courses will be taken by all the students in the program.
Emphasis I: English Language Learners Requirements Credits: (12)
These courses will be taken by students who select the English language learners emphasis.
Emphasis II: Special Education Requirements Credits: (13)
These courses will be taken by students who select the special education emphasis.
Total Core Credits: 36-37