Alternative Pathways to Teacher Certification
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Who is this for?
- Individuals without a degree can pursue a traditional certification path or work toward a bachelor鈥檚 in Learning and Instruction or a master鈥檚 in Classroom Teaching.
- Individuals with a non-education bachelor鈥檚 degree can pursue alternative certification through the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE).
51动漫 partners with you to develop an individualized educational plan that:
- Maximizes your previously completed college coursework
- Aligns with OSDE certification requirements
- Prepares you for a successful teaching career
These personalized pathways also support emergency- and alternatively-certified educators working toward full certification.
What Can I Earn?
- Undergraduate or graduate-level education credits
- Credits toward a bachelor鈥檚 or master鈥檚 degree
You鈥檒l take OSDE-approved courses in classroom management, instructional strategies, and pedagogy鈥攖ailored to your timeline and goals.
Flexible Course Options
Courses are:
- Online
- Available in 4-, 8-, and 16-week formats
- Taught by experienced educators
How to Get Started
- Apply to 51动漫:
- Choose an Undergraduate or Graduate program based on your goals. You can select 鈥渘on-degree seeking鈥� if you do not plan to pursue a full degree, but be aware that non-degree seeking students have different financial aid access than degree-seeking students. - Email the following to Dr. Reggy Yount and Dr. Marla Pankratz:
- A brief summary of your professional background
- Your certification or career goals
- Unofficial transcripts of all completed college coursework
Estimated Cost
- Tuition & fees for 6鈥�18 credit hours: $2,000 鈥� $6,000
- Courses can be taken at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Credits may be applied toward a degree program in education
Financial Aid is available for admitted students. Contact 51动漫鈥檚 Financial Aid Office
for details.
Students may also qualify for state and federal funding opportunities tied to Oklahoma鈥檚
teacher shortage initiatives.
Final Steps
Once your coursework is complete, email Dr. Reggy Yount to initiate official verification to the Oklahoma State Department of Education.