New Teacher

Paths to Becoming a Teacher

Today, there are more choices than ever for someone wishing to enter the education field. Prospective teachers can enroll in a traditional on-campus program at a college or university, study online as part of a distance learning program offered by any number of accredited colleges and universities, or, if they already have a bachelor's degree, they can apply for entrance to an alternate preparation program. There are many benefits to each mode of study, and the decision as to which program is right for you depends on your education history, career goals, learning style, and lifestyle.

• Paths to Education Programs - Information on education programs to prepare you for a teaching career
• Alternative Preparation for "Career Changers" and Recent College Graduates - Becoming a teacher is easier than you think! Information for Prospective Teachers who hold a baccalaureate degree or higher but not in education.
• Troops to Teachers - A scholarship and placement assistance program for military personnel interested in a second career in public education.