HOURS
Fall Semester
SCIE 3301 POLS 2311 BIOL 3454 or 3427 ENGL 2303, 2309, 2319, or 2329 MATH 1332 (fall and summer) Math Elective: MATH 1303, 1325, or 3313
Core Courses Not Yet Completed
Spring Semester
POLS 2312 SCIE 3303 SCIE 3304 MATH 1331 SCIE 3302 or CHEM 1451 Science Elective: PHYS 1302, GEOL 1302, BIOL 3454, BIOL 3427, CHEM 1445 or 1446
EDUC 4647 (Clinical Teaching)
ENGL 1301 HIST 1301 MATH 1302 OR 1402 BIOL 1441 Social/Behavioral Sciences Creative Arts EDUC 2302 (satisfies UNIV 1101 if taken at UTA. If not, you must take UNIV 1101.)
Summer (Optional)
This is a two-year program that begins only in the fall. Coursework must be taken in the order presented here. EDUC 4340 (fall only) EDUC 4344 (fall only) LIST 4343 (fall, spring, or summer) EDUC 4318 (fall or spring) MATH 4350 (fall only)
MATH 4351 (spring only) LIST 4378 (spring only) EDUC 4345 (spring only) EDUC 4318 (fall or spring) LIST 4343 (fall, spring, or summer) MATH 1308
ENGL 1302 HIST 1302 MATH 1330 BIOL 1442 Foundational Component Area (any core option not completed—fall, spring, summer)
1st Year
36
All core, content, and 3rd year courses must be completed prior to taking courses of the 4th year. EDUC 3333 EDUC 4319 SPED 3301 EDUC 3301
3rd Year
plan for success
15
33
LIST 4343 (fall, spring, or summer)
4th Year
120
2nd Year
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS
Beginning the Journey
Trailblazing the Path
Be Bold. Be Ambitious. Set Yourself Apart.
ENGAGE
global engagement
Apply for scholarships in the College of Education. Become familiar with qualifications and benefits of joining Kappa Delta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies.
Work with advisor to become familiar with the Maverick Advantage. Explore Student Life activities and organizations. Explore fraternities and sororities. Visit the International Student Center to learn about study abroad opportunities, clubs, on-campus events, and spring break community impact.
Global Grounds Global Mavericks Program International Week Language Exchange Program Study Abroad Fulbright U.S. Student/English Teaching Assistant Programs
Destination Graduation
Meet with your advisor to make sure you are meeting the requirements for the Educator Preparation Program. Apply to the Educator Preparation Program. Familiarize yourself with the required sequence of your pedagogy coursework. Apply to the Office of Field Experiences to verify your eligibility for field observations, early field experiences, and clinical (student) teaching. Know dates for certification exams. Know requirements to be cleared to take teaching certification exams.
leadership development
Design your journey
community engagement
Maverick Advantage
Fraternity & Sorority Life Student Governance Student Organizations College of Education Student Ambassador
Decide which grade levels/subject you wish to teach so your advisor can determine which college and major you should declare. Meet with your advisor to make sure you are on path to complete both your degree and teacher certification requirements. Familiarize yourself with your overall degree plan. Discuss with your advisor the requirements for admission to the Educator Preparation Program. Identify textbooks, materials, instructors, and classroom locations each semester. Focus on completing core/content courses and maintaining grade point average.
Contact the Center for Service Learning. Explore the College of Education Student Ambassador Program. Join Kappa Delta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies. Explore the support the Career Development Center provides students and alumni.
Participate in the Honors College. Apply for scholarships in the College of Education. Assume a leadership role in a student organization or governance. Assume a leadership role in Kappa Delta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies. Develop resume. Prepare for teaching position interviews. Attend Education Career Day (Job Fair).
Career Development
Be familiar with teaching job fairs offered by school districts. Talk to professors about joining professional organizations at the community, state, and national levels. Talk to professors about professional development opportunities for math and science teachers.
EXCEL
undergraduate research
Service-Learning Courses Service-Learning Showcase Alternative Break Trips UTA Volunteers
Clinical (Student Teaching) Career Development Center Education Career Day Job Fair Interviews
Data-Driven Instruction (Inquiry) Project Honors College Project
EDUCATE
Complete your clinical (student) teaching. Apply for graduation. Apply for teaching certification upon passing certification exams.
Examine Fulbright U.S. Student/English Teaching Assistant programs. Determine alumni networking opportunities. Determine ways to maintain involvement in Kappa Delta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies.
Career Readiness
Workforce Skills
Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activities. Engage with the UTA Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers. Meet with a career consultant. Network with employers. Discover internships and co-ops. Apply for on-campus employment. Join Handshake, our career services platform. Participate in career development programs. In addition, students are required to complete the following: EDUC 2302 - The Professional Educator Required field experiences in both junior year and fall semester of senior year. Student teaching the spring semester of senior year Please Note: Service-learning is a component of courses in the junior year.
Collaboration Creativity Decision-Making Motivational Skills Oral and Written Language Communication Organization and Record-Keeping Problem-Solving Program Planning Research Skills Teaching Efficacy Working Under Pressure and Meeting Deadlines
Find your career
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Take Action
Adjunct Instructor Curriculum Designer Early Years Teacher Education Coach Education Consultant Education Coordinator Education Manager Family Support Worker Health Play Specialist Learning Mentor Play Therapist Primary School Teacher Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) Teaching Assistant Teaching Positions (upon passing Texas teacher certification exams) Tutor Virtual Early Childhood Educator Youth Worker
What career options do I have with this major?
Communication: Develop and articulate ideas clearly and effectively across all mediums, including but not limited to written, oral, and digital communication. Professionalism: Display effective work habits, high integrity, and ethical behavior. Possess the ability to demonstrate skills confidently and apply talents to achieve professional success. Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal.