What is educators in training?

The Educators in Training career path is for students who want to become teachers, coaches, school counselors, or other education professionals. People in this field help students learn, grow, and succeed in school and in life.

If you enjoy helping others, working with kids, and making a difference, this could be a great path for you!

COURSES

Course order	Course names	Credentials earned
1	Foundations in Education (Prerequisite)	Google Educator Certification
2	Practices in Education
3	Methods in Education
4	Education and Training Internship CTE Lab Education and Training

DIRECT TO CAREER

Ready to jump right into your career?

You can apply for the following jobs directly after graduating:

Teacher Assistant

Substitute Teacher

Afterschool Program Leader

Preschool Teacher

Required certifications:

ParaPro Assessment

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Substitute Teacher Certification

COLLEGE

Hone your skills before making your mark.

College pathways:

Elementary Education

Secondary Education

Special Education

Early Childhood Education

Local college options:

University of Alabama:
Elementary Education
Secondary Education

Stillman College:
Elementary Education B.S.

Shelton State:
Child Development Certificates
Child Development, AAS
Child Development, Short-term Certificate

Dual Enrollment

Thinking about starting college early?

The University of Alabama, Shelton State Community College, Stillman College and Auburn University all offer dual enrollment courses you can take in high school to graduate college earlier – no matter where you decide to go to college.

DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES

Alabama-approved CRI options:

These state-approved credentials can be used to meet the college and career readiness requirements of the Alabama High School Diploma for post-secondary credentials.

ASK Institute – Concepts of Business Management

ASK Institute – Concepts of Entrepreneurship

ETS Parapro Assessment (must meet or exceed established cut score)

ETS Praxis Core Academic Skills (Must pass Reading, Writing, and Mathematics)

Google Educator Certification (Levels 1 and 2 Required)

Praxis II – Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades 5-9

Praxis II – Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades 7-12

Praxis II – Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades K-6

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