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Education - Elementary Education Alternate Route to Teacher Certification

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Schoolcraft program code #1YC.00170

The four pre-certification courses which are required for certification or additional endorsements are offered each semester.

Sample Schedule of Courses

Intensive Pre-Certification Semester

Recommendation for Michigan Interim Teaching Certification after completion of Intensive Pre-Certification Semester.

EDUC 101 - Introduction to Education Credits: 3
EDUC 210 - Elementary Instructional Strategies Credits: 3
EDUC 230 - Teaching Literacy in the Elementary Classroom 1 Credits: 3
EDUC 291 - Fieldwork Practicum Credits: 2

Total Credits: 11

First Year - Professional Development

Spring/Summer Session

Following first year (or minimum of 1 semester) of certified teaching in a Michigan school.

EDUC 205 - Promoting Learning in a Diverse Society, Using Family, School and Community Partnerships Credits: 3

Select One:

PSYCH 249 - Educational Psychology Credits: 3
EDUC 110 - Child Development Credits: 3

Total Credits: 6

Second Year - Professional Development

Spring/Summer Session

Following second year (or minimum of 3 semesters) of certified teaching in a Michigan school.

EDUC 240 - Teaching Literacy in the Elementary Classroom 2 Credits: 3
EDUC 200 - Children with Special Needs Credits: 3

Total Credits: 6

Third Year - Professional Development

Spring/Summer Session

Following third year (or minimum of 5 semesters) of certified teaching in a Michigan school.

EDUC 280 - The Professional Educator Credits: 1

Total Credits: 1

Program Total: 24 Credits

Recommendation for Michigan Standard Teaching Certification after completion of all semesters.

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