Department of Education

West Texas A&M

Guided by the democratic purposes of American education, the mission of the Department of Education at WTAMU is to prepare professional educators who are confident, skilled, and reflective critical thinkers, effective communicators, advocates of diverse learners, users of technology, life-long learners, and stewards of the profession.

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Recognized Programs: Graduate & Undergraduate

Undergraduate Programs

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Undergraduate Teacher Certification Alternative Teacher Certification (PACE)

Graduate Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership

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Principal Certification Superintendent Certification

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Teacher Certification

We offer multiple pathways towards becoming a teacher, whether you know you want to become a teacher the moment you begin college, or you decide later in life. Students who complete our Teacher Certification program are high-quality educators, prepared to teach and make a positive impact from the first day they enter the classroom.

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WT's educator preparation programs are rated "accredited" by the Texas Education Agency's Accountability System for Educator Preparation: Consumer Information about Educator Preparation Programs.

WTAMU's Title II Institutional Report may be accessed on the U.S. Department of Education website.

Notes for Teacher Certification Requirements

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English Language Proficiency Requirement

Department of Education

Recognized Programs: Graduate & Undergraduate

Teacher Certification

Notes for Teacher Certification Requirements

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