Become a Teacher - University of Pittsburgh School of Education

Be a Life-Changer.

Become certified for teaching and change lives at the University of Pittsburgh School of Education.

Our undergraduate and graduate programs are fully aligned with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

We’ll prepare you to become a teacher who will confidently lead their classroom, who will advocate for the well-being of all students, and who will reach the highest levels of their profession.

Pathways for New Teachers

Elementary education
Special education
Middle and high school subject areas
Blindness and visual impairment
Foreign language education/world and heritage languages

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Teacher Education

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CASE Teacher Prep Program

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Minor in Secondary Teacher Education

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Master's Programs

Master of Arts in Teaching

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Primary Plus: PreK-4 Teaching Certificate

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Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments – Certificate and MEd

MEd in Early Childhood Education

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MEd in PreK-12 Special Education

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“This school has welcomed me with love and joy. From professional development to tangible curriculum, the Pitt School of Education has given me something I have found nowhere else.”
Robert Revenis - Pitt teaching student

Programs For Elementary School Teachers

Become certified to teach at the preK-4 grade level through:

PreK-4 General Education and PreK-12 Special Education (4+1 BS and MEd dual program)
PreK-4 Teacher Certification (Master’s Certificate)
Early Childhood Education (MEd)

Programs For Middle and High School Teachers

Become certified to teach content areas in English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and Foreign Languages (World/Heritage Languages) through:

Programs For Special Education Teachers

Become certified in special education for grades PreK-12:

Elementary Education and PreK-12 Special Education (4+1 BS and MEd dual program)
Special Education PreK-12 (Master of Education)
Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (Master of Education and/or Certificate)

Why Choose Pitt for Teaching?

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Guaranteed student teaching placements

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Emphasis on culturally relevant pedagogy

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Networking and professional development

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World-renowned faculty and former teachers

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Large alumni network of teachers and school administrators

The World Needs Great Teachers.
Are You Ready to Become One?

While today’s teachers face many challenges, there’s never been a better time to become an educator. Quality teachers are in high demand in Pennsylvania and across the country because the world needs exemplary educators.

Learn how our teacher education programs prepare students to make a positive impact in the world.

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