“Being taught by professors with teaching experience was so valuable. The practical, real-world knowledge and tools I received will definitely help me succeed.”
-Suzan Wolf
School of Education Class of 2012

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Course Catalog

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Prepare for Your Kansas Teaching License

If you hold a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited university and would like to become licensed to teach in Kansas schools, Ottawa University offers a teacher certification program for you.

The Teacher Certification Program gives you the necessary training, coursework and expertise needed to acquire a teaching license in elementary education or secondary education. Following a successful completion of the state prescribed pre-certification performance tests, you will be ready to begin a rewarding career as a certified or licensed teacher.


A Program You Can Trust

Ottawa University's elementary education licensure program is based on state, regional and national certification/licensure criteria and competencies. It is accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Contact an Enrollment Advisor for more information about licensure.

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