Provisional Certification in a Teaching Field
Non-Certification
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
1 year
Credit Hours
12
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$325
Alabama Teaching Certification
No
Degree Overview
You can complete the courses required by the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) for a provisional teaching certificate at the University of West Alabama. The Alabama State Approved Provisional Certificate in a Teaching Field (PCTF) provides educators with the coursework required to earn a Class B certificate. It allows students to choose from an approved list of courses and approach the program with just 12 credit hours.
The Provisional Certificate approach is a 3-year process from start to finish. Each year the student will teach on a Provisional certificate (First Provisional, Second Provisional, etc.). At the end of the 3-year period, the student will then take the required Praxis and will be issued a Class B teaching certificate.
Note that the PCTF approach does not lead to a degree or certification recommendation from UWA, only certification issued by the ALSDE at the Class B level. However, if you wish to pursue a graduate degree program in education, as well as Class A certification, you may be interested in the Alternative A Program.
Who is this degree for?
- Educators working in the Alabama school system
- Educators seeking Class B teaching certification
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
1 year
Credit Hours
12
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$325
Alabama Teaching Certification
No
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Course Details
Coursework for this certificate consists of 12 credit hours (four courses).
These courses, along with additional requirements met within your employing school system, can lead to a teaching certificate. The UWA Certification Office does not complete recommendations for this route.
Admissions
The PCTF approach is between you, your school system and the ASDE. UWA offers the courses required by the ALSDE to complete this approach. Please note that you must be hired by a school system to pursue the PCTF.
Students must get approval through the ALSDE by applying for and obtaining their “First Provisional” teaching certificate BEFORE they can successfully apply and be considered for admission into UWA’s program. NOTE: There are typically deadlines to apply for their provisional licenses through ALSDE which can affect a student’s preferred start date.
Your experience at UWA 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 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
Tuition for this certificate is $325 per credit hour. There is a $60 technology fee each semester.
UWA 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.
