Admission to Teacher Education

Students begin their application to the teacher education program during their enrollment in EDUC 601: Teacher Licensure Policies and Procedures. After successful completion of EDUC 601, the applicant's qualifications for admission are reviewed by the Education Department.  Requirements for approval of admission in the teacher education program include:

• Grade point average of at least 3.0 in areas:  cumulative, professional education and content area(s);
• Successful completion of at least one educational foundations course: EDUC 203, 231 or 232;
• ACT/SAT scores or Praxis I test scores that demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics.

For further information regarding policies and procedures of the teacher education program, please consult the Teacher Education Student Handbook.

Praxis II Requirements

To qualify for a teaching license, candidates must also successfully pass a written examination called Praxis II.  Hiram's education department has constructed its curriculum to ensure that aspiring teachers excel on the exam. The department's curriculum has been aligned with the performance expectations established by the State of Ohio and national teaching organizations. The criteria include demonstrating knowledge of pedagogical theory, developing effective learning outcomes, reflecting on teaching effectiveness, and many more.

For further information regarding the Praxis tests, please visit www.ets.org/praxis.