Transition to Teaching
Bethel University’s Transition to Teaching program is for individuals who have a bachelor's degree in a field other than education, but have realized they have a passion for education.
Program Overview
Transition to Teaching is a program for people with a bachelor’s degree and a desire to become licensed teachers. This one-year cohort program begins in May or October, depending on your schedule and our program openings. Each student is required to complete the curriculum, have passing scores on all required licensure tests before they are eligible for an Indiana Teaching license. Individuals who successfully complete the program are eligible to also earn the Master of Arts in Teaching degree, by taking an additional 12-18 credit hours (this is a total of 36 credit hours of graduate study).
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Credit Hours: 36
Cost/Credit Hour: $425
Format: On-campus
Est. Completion Time: 1-2 years
Requirements
Maintained a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 for all college work. See below for complete details!
Visit the Academic Catalog for course descriptions:
Career Paths
There are a variety of directions you can go with a master's degree in education or teaching. Some possible jobs include: school principal, school administrator, corporate trainer, curriculum director, education or training consultant, librarian, media specialist (library), instructional coordinators, school and career counselors and advisors.
Job Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics*, openings for K-12 principals is about 22,100 annually. This area shows an 8% growth rate, which is about average for all occupations ( 2020-2030). Average annual media pay is $98,490.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/elementary-middle-and-high-school-principals.htm (visited September 08, 2021).
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How to Apply
- Complete a free online application.
- Meet with an admission counselor.
- Send us your official college transcripts directly from the school to Bethel. They can be mailed in a sealed envelope or sent electronically to AGSAdmission@BethelUniversity.edu.
- Complete the FAFSA using Bethel's school code: 001787 to be considered for state and federal need-based aid.
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Admission Requirements
- Complete an Application for Graduate Admission
- Include two professional references
- A Candidate Self-Evaluation
Please submit the following documents to agsadmission@betheluniversity.edu:
Please note: A copy of your résumé and essay will be sent to schools when securing fieldwork and school teaching placements.
- Official transcripts with regionally accredited bachelor’s degree & 3.0 cumulative GPA
- “What Makes a Great Teacher?” essay
- Résumé
- 2 professional references
- Interview with Program Director
- The State of Indiana requires teacher candidates to demonstrate proficiency in the basic skills areas of reading, writing, and math. Proficiency can be demonstrated using a variety of assessments, including the CLT, ACT, SAT, GRE, and Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators tests, as well as holding an advanced degree. More information on how to meet this requirement, including a list of approved assessments and minimum score requirements, can be found here: TTT Basic Skills Requirements.
- For a step-by-step tutorial on how to purchase and schedule appointments for the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educator tests, please view this document: Praxis Core Registration Information.
- In order to complete fieldwork and student teaching requirements, an extensive background check that includes a Child Protection Index check will be required for each teacher candidate. Details on the cost and procedure for obtaining this check will be given at orientation.
Graduate Programs
Ministry/Theology = $340 per credit hour
Education = $425 per credit hour
Transition-to-Teaching = $425 per credit hour (2021-22); $440 per credit hour (2022-23)
Other (MA, MBA, MSN) = $490 per credit hour
Fees per semester: $190 (full-time students): $160 (all part-time students)
Other fees may apply by program. Please see Advisor.
FAFSA Details
- Complete the form on the Federal Student Aid site, StudentAid.gov. Bethel’s federal school code is 001787.
- Payment Plan bethelcollege.afford.com OR call 800.722.4867.
- Contact our Financial Aid department.
Financial Aid
Financial aid for adult and graduate students is available. Contact our Financial Aid Office at 574.807.7326 or Sabrina.Citte@BethelUniversity.edu to learn more about your options.
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