6 Oklahoma universities to launch new teacher certification pathways in August
OKLAHOMA CITY – Six Oklahoma universities will begin offering new teacher preparation programs in August as part of a statewide effort to strengthen Oklahoma’s educator workforce and create more pathways into the profession.
The new programs include accelerated certification options for career changers and alternative certification candidates, along with apprenticeship-style models that allow aspiring teachers and current school employees to earn teaching credentials while continuing to work.
Key Takeaways
- Six Oklahoma universities are opening new teacher certification programs beginning in August.
- The new pathways are designed to help career changers and aspiring teachers earn certification more quickly.
- Some participants will be able to work in schools while completing their teacher training through apprenticeship-style programs.
- State leaders say the initiative is intended to strengthen Oklahoma’s teacher workforce and improve recruitment.
- TeachForwardOK is a new two-year pilot program created by the Oklahoma Legislature to expand access to high-quality teacher preparation.
Where the new programs will be offered
Oklahoma State University, the University of Central Oklahoma, the University of Oklahoma and Northeastern State University will offer accelerated certification pathways…