The professional studies courses in the Teacher Education Major include academic knowledge essential for professional competence in teaching and practical experiences in local school classrooms that prepare teacher candidates to work effectively in a variety of educational settings. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 73 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Requirements: Candidates must successfully complete the following requirements prior to submitting an application for the Teacher Education Program: - Attendance at a Pre-Education Seminar
- All University Basic Skills Requirements in mathematics, reading and writing
- Minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average based on the last 45 credits of university-level (credit earning) coursework. Letter grades associated with entry-level coursework will not be considered.
- Completion of at least 45 credits in General Education requirements for Teacher Education majors and Pre-Education courses.
Note: All General Education requirements for Teacher Education majors and Pre-Education courses must be completed prior to beginning the Professional Sequence for Teacher Education majors. |
| Test Scores: | - DuoLingo or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Pearson Test of English (Academic)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | SVSU is authorized by the State of Michigan to recommend students for initial certification for Early Childhood (Birth-Kindergarten), Lower Elementary (PreK-3rd grade), and Upper Elementary (3rd - 6th grades). Students seeking teaching certification in one or more of these grade levels have options to fulfill the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in teacher education. All options include the completion of General Education and Pre-Education courses (with a grade of “C” or higher), along with professional studies of either:
Option One: Dual Certification Two grade level bands from Early Childhood (Birth-Kindergarten), Lower Elementary (Prek-3rd grade), and Upper Elementary (3rd - 6th grades)
Option Two: Certification with Specialty Endorsement One grade level band from Early Childhood (Birth-Kindergarten), Lower Elementary (Prek-3rd grade), or Upper Elementary (3rd - 6th grades) and one endorsement program from: - K-12 Special Education (Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cognitive Impairment, or Learning Disabilities)
- K-12 or Elementary English as a Second Language (ESL)
- K-12 World Languages (Spanish)
- Middle Grades Minor for Content Area Certification (English Language Arts, Integrated Science, Mathematics, or Social Studies) *available to add to the Upper Elementary (3rd-6th grades) certification only
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.