Teach Mississippi / Certificate
Certificates
Certificate
College
College of EducationGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Alisha Milam — Meridianam5064@msstate.edu
Overview
The Teach Mississippi Certificate is an alternate route licensure program designed to equip students with the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies for effective teaching in secondary education. The 12-hour program is offered online and leads toward a renewable Mississippi teacher's license for grades 7-12 in the chosen subject area, including a 3-hour internship in a secondary classroom. It is designed for students with backgrounds outside of education who aspire to teach in secondary settings.
Requirements
Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA on the last 60 hours of their BS/BA coursework and must have passed their content area PRAXIS. Applicants submit an online application, a statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation and official transcripts. Apply by August 1 for the Fall semester.