College of Education
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification
Mastering the challenge of education to change and improve lives
Those who hold at least a bachelor’s degree and want to teach in an elementary, middle or high school have two options to become a certified teacher in Michigan. Both options involve the successful completion of State of Michigan approved major/minor requirements.
Traditional Certification program - allows students to complete the requirements for teaching theory courses in three semesters (secondary education) or four semesters (elementary education), which includes a supervised student teaching assignment. The Traditional Certification program is offered on SVSU’s main campus and at the Regional Education Center - Port Huron.
The Accelerated Certification Education (ACE) program - provides students with an intensive year-long, full-time field experience which includes student and substitute teaching. The ACE Program is available at SVSU’s main campus and at the Regional Education Centers – Macomb.
Accreditation
The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the Michigan State Board of Education.
Additionally, several programs within the college adhere to national professional standards.