Transition to Teaching

Secondary Transition to Teaching

Initial Licensure Program

If you've earned a bachelor's degree in another field but are considering teaching as a career, we can help you develop the skills and knowledge you'll need to teach at the middle school or high school level.

The Secondary Transition to Teaching program offers innovative practices and reflective teaching skills that prepare you to teach in middle, junior high, or high schools.

Through a combination of course work, field experiences, and mentorship support, you will engage in a rich learning experience. You will be immersed in teaching and the culture of your school. This experience not only prepares you for a career in teaching but also connects you to the education community.

  • Application Deadline
    DomesticInternational
    FallN/AN/A
    SpringN/AN/A
    SummerMar 1Mar 1
    Fee$70.00$70.00
  • Admissions Requirements
    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
    • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 out of 4.00 (exceptions may apply)
    • Completed online application that includes:
      • Transcripts
      • 2 Letters of Recommendation
      • GRE Scores:
        • Required for domestic students only if your cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 3.00
        • Required for international students
      • Resume:
        • Required for domestic students
        • Required for international students
      • CASA Scores required for all applicants

      Learn more about specific admissions requirements

  • Financial Aid
    • Visit Student Central for information about financial assistance.
    • Consult your employer about the availability of tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs.
    • Active duty military, veterans, and military families should visit Veterans Support Services to take full advantage of available financial assistance and educational benefits.
  • Content Areas

    The Secondary Transition to Teaching program prepares you for a single Indiana teaching license that covers both junior high/middle school and high school. Your license will include a specified content field depending on your program of study and any license additions you pursue.

    • English/Language Arts Education
    • Journalism
    • Mathematics
    • Science (Biology, Chemistry, Earth-Space Science, Physics)
    • Social Studies (Economics, Geography, Government, History, Psychology, Sociology)
    • Theatre
    • World Languages (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish)
  • Required Courses

The Secondary Transition to Teaching program is a full-time, 18-credit hour certification program that begins in June of each year and runs through the following spring semester. This accelerated teacher education program enables aspiring teachers with bachelor's degrees in certain fields to earn their licensure in just twelve months. The cohort-based program provides a network of colleagues and support as you prepare for your new career.

Through a combination of course work, field experiences, and mentorship support, this accelerated Teacher Education Program (TEP) will engage you in a rich learning experience that will immerse you in teaching and the culture of your school, providing an experience that not only prepares you for a career in teaching, but also connects you to the education community. 

While the program is designed around Indiana licensure requirements, Indiana has reciprocal licensing agreements with many other U.S. states.

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Contact Us

Alycia Elfreich
Clinical Assistant Professor
ED 3268
(812) 856-8130
amcgowan@iu.edu

Carlin C. Schrag
Graduate Teacher Certification Academic Advisor
ED 1000
(812) 856-8500
cschrag@indiana.edu

Master's Degree Options

In addition to pursuing your teaching license, you can also work towards a master's degree. We encourage you to contact the Office of Graduate Studies to discuss your program of interest and how to plan for this educational goal.

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