Master of Arts in Education - Teacher Preparation
You want to teach. We offer three pathways to becoming a teacher, MAE – Teacher Certification, MAE – Alternative Routes, and MAE – Non-Certification for International Students. All three programs prepare you with a strong theoretical foundation and real classroom experience. Our intense coursework and schedule provides you with rigorous preparation to gain the skills to become an effective teacher and educator.
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One Year Teacher Certification
- Available for elementary or secondary education
- One year, full time program
- Begins each summer in mid-June
- Strong relationships with schools in the South Sound
- One of the top teacher placement rates in the state
Alternative Routes
- Available for elementary or secondary education
- Certification portion takes about a year – After certification, students have three years to complete MAE coursework
- Possible option for career changers with work experience & designed for those with existing content knowledge
Non-Certification Option
- Available for international students only
- Does not lead to WA state teacher certification
- Prepares international students with classroom experience in US schools