BS General Science: Teacher Certification
Certification
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
4 years
Credit Hours
133
Course Length
8-16 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$325
Alabama Teaching Certification
Yes
Degree Overview
There’s a growing need for certified educators in Alabama. According to information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 929,000 new jobs for education professionals are created in the country every year.1 Respond to the teacher shortage and take the next step towards becoming a science teacher with the online Bachelor of Science in General Science – Teacher Certification degree from the University of West Alabama Online.
With UWA’s general science degree, you’ll meet the state’s science teacher requirements and gain expert-level knowledge that can immediately be shared in the classroom. You’ll also build innovative teaching skills that will help you manage your classroom, reach diverse learners and establish an effective learning environment for your students once you complete your science teacher certification.
This program is the first fully online general science degree of its kind in the state of Alabama and allows you to maintain your full-time professional responsibilities while prioritizing higher education and career advancement.
Find out if your teaching experience qualifies for college credit and earn your General Science Teacher degree at one of the most affordable institutions in the state.
Who is this degree for?
- Experienced educators with aspirations of becoming a science teacher.
- Individuals with teaching experience who want to advance professionally.
- Aspiring teachers seeking diverse opportunities for teaching jobs.
Source
- Education, Training, and Library Occupations. Occupational Outlook Handbook, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Sept. 8, 2022. Retrieved on Nov. 28, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov.
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
4 years
Credit Hours
133
Course Length
8-16 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$325
Alabama Teaching Certification
Yes
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Course Details
- General Education Basic Requirements 43
- Pre-Core 12
- Science Core 44
- Certification Core 34
Total Hours: 133
Admissions
Your experience at the University of West Alabama is designed to be as straightforward and convenient as possible. From the moment you apply, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance from an enrollment counselor. And once you’re in your program, you’ll have a personal success coach who can answer your questions and help with anything you need.
Simply follow these steps to get started.
- Complete an online application.
- Submit official transcript of high school grades or GED scores.
- Submit official college and institution transcripts (if applicable).
- Email: transcripts.westalabama@risepoint.com
- Mail: Transcript Processing Center – University of West Alabama 851 Trafalgar Court, Suite 420 West, Maitland, FL 32751
Tuition
Undergraduate tuition is $325 per credit hour. There is a $60 technology fee each semester.
The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships and loans. Approximately 80 percent of UWA students receive some type of financial aid to support their studies. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UWA is 001024.
Transfer
We have a generous transfer policy at every degree level. Undergraduates transferring from a two-year college are eligible to transfer up to 60 credit hours and 90 credit hours from a four-year college with matching courses and curriculums.
