Description

International Year One allows you to begin earning credits toward your degree even if you don’t meet the academic and English requirements for direct entry. You will receive additional support to help you successfully complete your first year and graduate in the same amount of time as direct entry students.

The School of Education offers educator preparation options that are fully approved by the Council for the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Alabama State Board of Education (ALSBOE).  These options lead to Bachelor of Science degrees and Alabama teacher certification in early childhood and elementary education, high school (secondary) education, and kinesiology (physical education). The School of Education also collaborates with the College of Arts and Sciences to offer pathways to teacher certification in a wide range of teaching fields, including music, science, and mathematics.

These baccalaureate degrees  lead to Class B certification.  Once a student has successfully completed all degree and program requirements, he or she can apply for Alabama teacher certification through the School of Education Office of Student Services.  The School of Education only recommends a student for certification, and the ultimate certification decision is made by the Alabama State Board of Education.