Attention Summer and Fall Semester 2008 Students:

You must get an on-line background check and a TB test in order to complete your summer field experience work.

Background Check Site: https://coe.umsl.edu/bach/index.cfm

Background checks expire after one year. We highly encourage you to purchase the multi-year option.

TB tests can be obtained at your private physician's office or at the Student Health Center.

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Internship/Student Teacher Applications Are Due:

• May 5 - 9, 2008
  • Internship/Student Teaching WS09
• December 1 - 5, 2008
  • Internship/Student Teaching FS09

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Teacher Education Program ACT Score Requirement Change Effective 11-1-07:
The Teacher Certification and Advising Office now requires a documented ACT Score on file in 155 Marillac Hall.

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Earn a Minor in:

• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Urban Education P - 5
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Contact an advisor at 516-5937 to learn more!

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The Teacher Certification and Advising Office includes the office of the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, academic advisors, and the Coordinator for Professional Experiences.

Other Programs Leading to Certification

• Career Transitions Program - This program is designed to prepare mid-career professionals for teacher certification.
• Transition to Teaching Program - Many rural and urban schools in Missouri face a shortage of special education teachers and secondary school teachers in areas such as math, science, music, art and foreign language.