The University of Nebraska at Kearney offers an on-line program for teacher certification. Individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree (or higher) in a high school subject area may use this option to become certified to teach in the state of Nebraska. This unique program is designed to allow participants the opportunity to maintain their current employment while pursuing coursework needed to obtain certification.
The on-line professional sequence consists of three, 6-credit hour classes and student teaching (depending on previous academic work completed, additional coursework may be required in the specific endorsement subject area of choice):
Arrangements are made for participants to complete school-based field experiences for each of the courses in the sequence in their local or nearby school districts. Because these arrangements are made with participating school districts across the state, UNK's on-line teacher certification program is available to Nebraska residents only, and in the following endorsement areas:
Potential candidates for this program should contact:
Ms. Demaris Grant, Director5 May 2011
ugradcatalog@unk.edu