Teacher education is Prescott College's most popular area of study. Each year, approximately 100 students obtain Arizona State Certification through our state approved teacher education programs. The teacher education program is approved by the Arizona Department of Education.
Which program is for you?
Students who have already earned an undergraduate degree can complete a post-baccalaureate program in Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education (or complete coursework for specific endorsements) through the Adult Degree Program and apply for teacher certification through their state's department of education. Students can also pursue a Master's degree in education through the Master of Arts Program. A "fast track" option allows students to complete requirements for certification while pursuing the graduate degree. Students in these programs remain in their home communities and do their coursework through independent study. Both programs have limited residency requirements.
Students who have not yet earned an undergraduate degree can complete a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education, special education, English as a Second Language (ESL), or bilingual education through our Adult Degree Program. The Adult Degree Program allows them to complete their degree from their home communities, while working and maintaining a family life. Degree-seeking students interested in Secondary Education pursue a teaching competence (major) in a subject area and complete their Secondary Education coursework requirements as a breadth (minor).
