Passport to Teaching is an affordable and flexible certification program designed specifically for career changers. Our certification is offered in a variety of subject areas and offers a customized study plan for each candidate.
Candidates must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in any subject area from an approved college or university
- Pass a background check
- Pass the ABCTE Professional Teaching Knowledge Exam
- Pass the ABCTE subject area exam (in the candidate’s chosen subject area)
Candidates study on their own time and at their own pace using a variety of resources, including CD-ROMs, online refresher courses, and our Prepare to Teach workshops. An experienced advisor is assigned to the candidate to help create a study plan and provide additional support.
In order to attract more career changers to the teaching profession, we partner with school districts to hold numerous online information sessions and live recruitment events throughout the year. These sessions provide potential candidates with information about the program and the certification process in individual states.
Our program is currently accepted in seven states as a route to certification. Learn more about Passport to Teaching in your state.