The program is divided into three sessions regardless of when the participant begins:

Session One
EDUC 411      The Diverse Adolescent Learner (3 hours)
EDUC 413     Theories of Motivation and Engagement (3 hours)

Session Two
EDUC 421     Literacy of the Disciplines (3 hours)
EDUC 423     Developing an Equitable Classroom (3 hours)

* Session Three
EDUC 431     Culturally Responsive Secondary Methods (3 hours)
EDUC 433     Transition to Teaching Practicum (3 hours)

*Praxis II content exam must be passed prior to student teaching.

**Several options exist for student teaching:

1. The Henney Department of Education locates a placement or supports the teaching candidate in locating a placement; arrangements must be made for full-time student teaching.
2. The Henney Department of Education supports the teaching candidate’s application for a Transition to Teaching permit and hiring of the candidate by a school corporation

Inquire for more information.

According to the Indiana Department of Education, Secondary Education Transition to Teaching candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area that the individual intends to teach with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale; or

2. Graduate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area or related field in which the person wants to teach; or

3. Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area that the individual intends to teach with a grade point average of at least 2.50 on a 4.0 point scale, and five (5) years of professional experience; or

4. Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution, and proof of passing state approved content area examination(s) in the subject area.

If an applicant has lower than a 2.5 GPA, they must pass the content licensure exam in the area of their degree and desired license prior to being admitted to the T2T program.

Please expand the resources tab for testing site links. Questions regarding admission requirements or the application process should be directed to Dr. Heather Schilling

Please use the Admissions link to connect with a counselor who can help you apply for the Transition to Teaching Program.Once your completed application is processed, the Henney Department of Education Director of Teacher Education will contact you regarding your status.

Check list:      
Application
Transcripts from baccalaureate institution
Praxis content scores if appropriate

This program leads to an Indiana Instructional Initial Practitioner license. If you are not an Indiana resident, please contact the Director of Teacher Education, Dr. Heather Schilling, at haschilling@manchester.edu for more information on how this license will transfer to your state.

Applications for the Transition to Teaching Program at Manchester University can be submited after Jan. 1, 2023. The first accelerated cohort will begin during Summer Session I of 2023 while the traditional cohort will begin in the Fall Session of 2023.

Praxis II Web Link
Indiana Department of Education Job Bank