While there are several states that require high school teachers to hold a graduate degree in order to teach, most do not. However, earning a master's degree can further develop your literary expertise and teaching skills and increase your marketability and earning potential as an English teacher.
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The main steps for the traditional path to teacher certification in Utah are: Complete a bachelor's degree with a state-approved teacher preparation component. Complete a student teaching placement. Pass the required teacher certification exams. Apply for a teaching certificate or license.
Now, the only option for those who want to teach (but who didn't major in Education and earn a teaching license) is the ARL program...and it's not exactly a walk in the park. Here's how it goes: Bachelor's degree is required, though not any specific major. Applicant is required to be hired at a school before applying.
How to become a teacher in Utah Earn a bachelor's degree. The first step to becoming a teacher involves earning a bachelor's degree in education. Pass the Praxis Subject Assessment. Earn level one licensure. Complete the Entry Years Enhancement program. Earn level two licensure.
So, you want to pursue a rewarding teaching career in Utah? You'll need to complete a bachelor's degree and an Educator Preparation Program (EPP). Then, you'll need to complete a Praxis test required to become licensed in your preferred concentration. You must also pass a background check.
Complete the educational requirements: Completion of a B.A., B.S., M.A., or M.A.T., degree in education or single subject English (secondary school teachers only) Pass an ESL requirement. Pass a S. Constitution course. Pass a technology course.
All educators are welcome to complete the entire credential. Educators may also complete the endorsement by earning a passing score on the English to Speakers of Other Languages Praxis Exam (5362). A passing score on this assessment will complete the endorsement and you can submit your application to USBE.