General Science, 6-12 (MEd or MAT)
Certification
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
2 years
Credit Hours
39
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
Alabama Teaching Certification
Yes
Degree Overview
Pursue a teaching career or change your teaching area with the online alternative teaching certification in science. This program provides you with master’s-level teaching certification in Alabama and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) or Master of Education (MEd) degree. You must have at least a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.75 GPA from a regionally accredited institution, or a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 3.00 GPA.
The continuum of field experiences required in UWA’s programs includes experiences in P-12 settings and culminates in an internship during the final semester. Students must also complete at least four seminars, as well as any necessary training sessions, which are available fully online with no on-campus time required.
Become an effective educator by learning at one of Alabama’s oldest and most prestigious universities. In a flexible online environment, develop the knowledge and skills you need to impact students.
Through a collaboration, UWA offers Project INSPIRE, a Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program funded by the National Science Foundation to help fill a critical need for K-12 teachers in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. You can find more information on this scholarship program here.
Who is this degree for?
- Individuals seeking a master’s-level education and a Master’s Level Certificate.
- Individuals seeking a teaching career.
- Educators seeking a change in their teaching area.
- Individuals seeking career advancement in classroom and specialty roles.
Mentor Collective
The UWA Mentor Collective program enhances your online learning experience by linking you one-on-one with a mentor. Students learn what to expect in school, while mentors build their networks and develop skills to become better professionals and leaders.
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
2 years
Credit Hours
39
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
Alabama Teaching Certification
Yes
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Course Details
Total Hours: 39
Program Completion Requirements
The educator candidate shall:
- Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.25 or better in all courses in the approved program as verified on an official transcript with no grade below ‘C.’
Requirements for Alabama Class A Certification
- Meet all program requirements.
- Have an official transcript from a regionally accredited institution documenting an earned master’s degree.
Admissions
Unconditional Admission to the Graduate School and the Educator Preparation Program
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.75 GPA from a regionally accredited institution, or a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 3.00 GPA.
- A passing score on the appropriate Praxis II exam for the field of study.
- Fingerprint Clearance/Background Clearance on file with the Alabama State Department of Education.
- All official transcripts from any university or junior colleges that have been attended.
Simply follow these steps to get started.
- Complete an online application.
- 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
Graduate tuition is $429 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
UWA may accept up to 9 hours at the Graduate level for matching courses and curriculums for most programs.
