TEACHERS COLLEGE TEACHER LICENSURE DEGREE PROGRAMS. Teacher Licensure Degree Programs. Programs leading to initial teacher licensure.

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1 TEACHERS COLLEGE TEACHER LICENSURE DEGREE PROGRAMS T E A C H E R S C O L L E G E Teacher Licensure Degree Programs Programs leading to initial teacher licensure WGU Indiana WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY

2 Teachers College Teacher Licensure Degree Programs Become a highly competent, licensed teacher prepared for Indiana s classrooms WGU Indiana gives working Hoosiers a great opportunity to obtain an affordable, accessible, highquality online degree that meets the highest academic and professional standards. Gov. Mitch Daniels Governor of Indiana Go further with WGU Indiana and become an effective, licensed teacher ready to make a difference in your community. Qualified teachers are needed throughout Indiana, particularly in rural and urban communities and in high-demand subject areas like mathematics and science. WGU Indiana s NCATEaccredited Teachers College offers online teacher licensure degree programs that are designed to meet this growing need by producing highly competent teachers who are prepared with the skills and knowledge to handle the demands of the modern classroom. Experience a rigorous, relevant education that measures your learning, not credit hours. At WGU Indiana our focus is on ensuring that when you graduate, you possess the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful teacher. Your chosen degree program has been designed by industry and academic experts to meet the demands of the classroom and rigorous state and national teaching standards like No Child Left Behind (NCLB). Your progress is measured through completion of assessments, not by credit hours or class time. Assessments focus on practical demonstrations of what you know and can do in required subject areas. WGU Indiana employs a competencybased approach to education that values and allows you to leverage your prior experience and education to complete the requirements of your degree program faster (and for less money, too). Earn a superior degree on your schedule and within your budget. One of the best values in higher education, WGU Indiana provides a convenient, cost-effective way for self-directed, hard-working adults like you to earn your degree and license and fulfill your dream of becoming a teacher. Our online degree programs will allow you to find a workable balance between life, family, and school. Learning can occur anywhere at any time. You ll be able to establish the pace at which you complete your rigorous program and create a schedule that works for you. At WGU Indiana, we also make a higher education affordable for just about everyone. A private, nonprofit university established by the state of Indiana in partnership with Western Governors University, our tuition is among the most affordable in the state typically less than half what you d pay at another reputable online school. WGU Indiana also offers both Indiana state and federal financial aid and scholarships to those who qualify, making a college degree even easier on your pocketbook. The bottom line: You can expect a teaching degree that prepares you for the challenges of the classroom, tuition that s affordable, flexibility to fit your education into your lifestyle (not the other way around), and a strong mentor-led support system to ensure your success

3 Teachers licensure degree programs Bachelor of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) For prospective K-8 teachers Become a highly qualified teacher ready to make a difference in a child s life. This program teaches you the content knowledge and teaching skills necessary to become a certified K-8 elementary school teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. This is a great program for unlicensed substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military personnel, career changers, and others who feel the call to teach. Note: This program is ideal for those who wish to teach grades higher than kindergarten. If you are looking to become a kindergarten teacher, WGU Indiana s B.A. in Early Childhood Education is probably a better fit for you. This program consists of five domains of study, supervised practice teaching in the classroom, and completion of a professional portfolio. Domains of Study Foundations - Communications Fundamentals; Foundations of College Mathematics Liberal Arts - Language and Communication; Collegiate Level Reasoning and Problem Solving; Literature, Arts, and the Humanities; Literature; General Education Social Sciences; Health, Fitness and Wellness; History and Civics; Natural Science; Quantitative Literacy Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Strategies and Approaches; Instructional Presentation and Follow-Up; Literacy and Elementary Reading; Literacy and Elementary Language Arts and Handwriting; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Math and Science; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Social Science, Art, and Health Supervised Teaching Practicum Bachelor of Arts Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3) For prospective teachers, administrators, and caretakers working with young children from birth through third grade Become a certified teacher ready to work with infants, toddlers, and young children from birth through age eight. This program teaches you the content knowledge and teaching skills necessary to become a licensed early childhood education instructor and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. This is a great program for administrators, child caretakers, and prospective teachers who feel the call to teach children. Note: This program is ideal for those who wish to teach kindergarten or earlier. If you are looking to become an elementary school teacher, WGU Indiana s B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies is probably a better fit for you. This program consists of five domains of study, supervised practice teaching in the classroom, and completion of a professional portfolio. Domains of Study Foundations - Communications Fundamentals; Foundations of College Mathematics Liberal Arts - Language and Communication; Collegiate Level Reasoning and Problem Solving; Literature, Arts, and the Humanities; Literature; General Education Social Sciences; Health, Fitness and Wellness; History and Civics; Natural Science; Quantitative Literacy Early Childhood Education - Development and Learning in Early Childhood; Professional Practice in Early Childhood Education; Observation and Assessment; Contexts of Learning; Teaching and Learning: Literacy; Teaching and Learning: Early Childhood Math and Science; Teaching and Learning: ECE: The Arts, Movement, Health, and Social Science; Pre-Clinical Experiences Strategies and Approaches; Instructional Presentation and Follow-Up Supervised Teaching Practicum Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description. 3 indiana.wgu.edu

4 Teachers College In my opinion, the combination of assessment testing and reports makes it almost impossible to get a secondrate education at WGU. You really have to delve deeply into the subject matter to pass the assessments. Bachelor of Arts Special Education (PK-12) For prospective Pre-K-12 teachers who wish to work with students with mild/moderate disabilities Become a highly qualified educator prepared to make a difference with those who need it most. This program teaches you the content knowledge and teaching skills necessary to become a special education instructor for students with mild to moderate disabilities and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. This degree uses a cross-categorical model for initial certification. It s specifically designed to teach you how to work with students with mild to moderate disabilities in a variety of school settings, including inclusionary PK-12 classrooms, resource rooms, or self-contained classrooms. This program consists of seven domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Foundations - Communications Fundamentals; Foundations of College Mathematics Liberal Arts - Language and Communication; Collegiate Level Reasoning and Problem Solving; Literature, Arts, and the Humanities; Literature; General Education Social Sciences; Health, Fitness and Wellness; History and Civics; Natural Science; Quantitative Literacy Foundations of Special Education - Special Education, Law and Legal Issues Assessment, Evaluation and Management Practices - Psychoeducational Assessment Practices; IEP Development and Implementation; Behavioral Management and Intervention Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Effective Teaching Practices - Literacy and Elementary Reading; Literacy and Elementary Language Arts and Handwriting; Specific Teaching Practices Elementary Education Math and Science; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Social Science, Art, and Health Supervised Teaching Practicum Bruce Porter, WGU graduate Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description

5 Teachers licensure degree programs Bachelor of Arts Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) For prospective middle school or high school mathematics teachers Become a highly qualified mathematics teacher ready to fill a vital role in schools across the country. This program teaches you the content knowledge and teaching skills necessary to earn secondary licensure as a middle school or high school mathematics teacher. This program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Middle School Mathematics (5-9) This program consists of six domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Domains of Study Foundations - Communications Fundamentals; Foundations of College Mathematics Liberal Arts - Language and Communication; Collegiate Level Reasoning and Problem Solving; Literature, Arts, and the Humanities; Literature; General Education Social Sciences; History and Civics; Natural Science; Quantitative Literacy Middle School Mathematics Content - Finite Mathematics; College Algebra; Probability and Statistics I; Precalculus; Calculus I; College Geometry Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Mathematics) Supervised Teaching Practicum Middle/High School Mathematics (5-12) This program consists of six domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Domains of Study Foundations - Communications Fundamentals; Foundations of College Mathematics Liberal Arts - Language and Communication; Collegiate Level Reasoning and Problem Solving; Literature, Arts, and the Humanities; Literature; General Education Social Sciences; History and Civics; Natural Science; Quantitative Literacy Middle/High School Mathematics Content - Probability and Statistics I; Precalculus; Calculus I; Calculus II; College Geometry; Linear Algebra; Calculus III and Analysis; Probability and Statistics II; Abstract Algebra; Mathematical Modeling and Connections Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Mathematics) Supervised Teaching Practicum WGU Teachers College will be a boon to states seeking training for current teachers and paraprofessionals to help them meet the education requirements under the No Child Left Behind Act and speed their licensure. Rod Paige, Former Secretary, U.S. Dept. of Education Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description. 5 indiana.wgu.edu

6 Teachers College Bachelor of Arts Science For prospective middle school or high school mathematics teachers Home Science Labs Even though you re at a distance, hands-on lab work is a requirement of every WGU science degree program. Upon enrollment, you will be sent a home science lab specific to your chosen area of study. This self-contained laboratory kit includes the lab manual, science equipment, specimens, supplies, and chemicals necessary to complete college lab experiments at home. The experiments reinforce science content and teach you laboratory techniques. WGU Indiana offers four bachelor s degree programs in chemistry, physics, biological science, and geosciences. These programs are designed to provide with the content knowledge and teaching skills to become a certified science teacher at the middle school or high school level. All programs include supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting as well as a home science lab for laboratory assignments. All programs include the following domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Foundations - Communications Fundamentals; Foundations of College Mathematics Liberal Arts - Language and Communication; Collegiate Level Reasoning and Problem Solving; Literature, Arts, and the Humanities; Literature; General Education Social Sciences; History and Civics; Natural Science Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Science) Supervised Teaching Practicum Chemistry (5-12) General Science Content - Precalculus and Calculus; Chemistry Advanced Chemistry Content - Organic Chemistry; Physical Chemistry; Inorganic Chemistry; Biochemistry; Geochemistry Physics (5-12) General Science Content - Precalculus and Calculus; Chemistry Physics Content - Mechanics; Waves and Optics; Electricity and Magnetism; Modern Physics Biological Science (5-12) General Science Content - Mathematics for Scientists; Chemistry; Life Science Advanced Biology Content - Biological Sciences Geosciences (5-12) General Science Content - Mathematics for Scientists; Chemistry; Earth and Space Science Advanced Geosciences - Earth Systems Structure and Functions; Earth Systems Equilibrium; The Solar System; The Universe; Oceanography Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description

7 Teachers licensure degree programs Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Programs Already have a bachelor s degree? WGU Indiana s post-baccalaureate teacher preparation programs are the quickest way to earn your teaching license. Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8) Preparation for teacher licensure The fastest way to become an elementary school teacher if you already have a bachelor s degree. This program prepares you to become a licensed elementary school teacher. Includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Note: Students entering this program must already possess extensive background in liberal arts and sciences. This program consists of three domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Domains of Study Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Literacy and Elementary Reading; Literacy and Elementary Language Arts and Handwriting; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Math and Science; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Social Science, Art, and Health Supervised Teaching Practicum Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Science (5-12) Preparation for teacher licensure This program prepares you to become a licensed high school science teacher. Includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Note: Students entering this program must already possess extensive background in science. This program consists of three domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Domains of Study Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Secondary Science) Supervised Teaching Practicum Being able to go to school on your schedule is the reason WGU works for so many working adults. Last year, my mother developed cancer while I was teaching, attending WGU, and going through a housing crisis. If it wasn t for the flexibility WGU allows, I would have had to drop out. Nikki Skinner, WGU graduate and Teacher of the Year, Almeda Elementary Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description. 7 indiana.wgu.edu

8 Teachers College WGU offered me a convenient way to realize my dream of becoming a teacher. I worked very hard but it was worth every second and WGU was there for me every step of the way. I will be able to follow my dream of teaching and financially improving my family s income. Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Programs Already have a bachelor s degree? WGU Indiana s post-baccalaureate teacher preparation programs are the quickest way to earn your teaching license. Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Mathematics (5-12) Preparation for teacher licensure This program prepares you for secondary licensure to become a middle school or high school mathematics teacher. Includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Note: Students entering this program must already possess extensive background in mathematics. This program consists of three domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio. Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Mathematics) Supervised Teaching Practicum Valorie Horton, WGU graduate Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description

9 Teachers licensure degree programs Master s Degree Programs Leading to Licensure Already have a bachelor s degree? The need for highly qualified teachers is growing. You could make a big difference in your community with a rewarding teaching career. WGU Indiana s master s degrees that lead to licensure will provide you with the skills and know-how to handle a classroom of your own. Master of Arts Teaching (K-8) Preparation for teacher licensure Become an elementary school teacher and earn your master s degree. This program prepares you to become a licensed elementary school teacher with additional education to earn your master s degree. Includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Note: Students entering this program must already possess an extensive background in liberal arts and sciences. This program consists of four domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio and capstone project. Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Literacy and Elementary Reading; Literacy and Elementary Language Arts and Handwriting; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Math and Science; Specific Teaching Practices: Elementary Education Social Science, Art, and Health Research Fundamentals - Research Paradigm; Research Critique; Literature Review; Applied Research; Research Proposal Supervised Teaching Practicum; Portfolio Defense Master of Arts in Teaching Science (5-9 or 5-12) Preparation for teacher licensure This program prepares you for secondary licensure to become a middle school or high school science teacher with additional education to earn your master s degree. Includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Note: Students entering this program must already possess an extensive background in science. This program consists of four domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio and capstone project. Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Secondary Science) Research Fundamentals - Research Paradigm; Research Critique; Literature Review; Applied Research; Research Proposal Supervised Teaching Practicum; Portfolio Defense Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description. 9 indiana.wgu.edu

10 Teachers College Master s Degree Programs Leading to Licensure Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) Preparation for teacher licensure This program prepares you for secondary licensure to become a middle school or high school mathematics teacher with additional education to earn your master s degree. Includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. Note: Students entering this program must already possess an extensive background in mathematics. This program consists of four domains of study, and completion of a professional portfolio and capstone project. Domains of Study Foundations of Teaching - Schools and Society; Human Development and Learning; Diversity and Inclusion; Testing; Classroom Management Presentation and Follow-Up; Specific Teaching Practices (Mathematics) Research Fundamentals - Research Paradigm; Research Critique; Literature Review; Applied Research; Research Proposal Supervised Teaching Practicum; Portfolio Defense Note: Program description accurate as of April 1, Programs are subject to change in order to keep them current and relevant. Please check our website for the most up-to-date description

11 Teachers licensure degree programs Becoming a Licensed Teacher through WGU Indiana Step 1: Earn a bachelor s degree or complete a Teacher Prep/M.A.T. Degree. All of WGU Indiana s teacher licensure degree programs include coursework and assessments, a pre-clinical experience that includes observation hours, and supervised practice teaching (Demonstration Teaching) in an actual classroom. Step 2: Pass a background check. WGU Indiana requires all teacher certification program candidates to provide the university with verification of a cleared background check prior to placement in the classroom for Pre-Clinical Experiences and Demonstration Teaching. In addition, most states require applicants to complete their background check for the Department of Education prior to submitting all application paperwork. Step 3: Complete your Haberman Online Star Teacher Pre-screener. The Haberman Online Star Teacher Prescreener is a test of a person s disposition in regard to qualities that have been found to be helpful in supporting the success of students in diverse school settings. Step 4: Complete the required CPR/ Heimlich Maneuver Certification. The state of Indiana requires that you complete training and hold a valid certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association in 1) CPR that includes a test demonstration on a mannequin; and 2) removing a foreign body causing an obstruction in the airway, and the Heimlich Maneuver Step 5: Complete Demonstration Teaching. (See box below for further information) Step 6: Pass the Praxis I Pre- Professional Skills Test and relevant Praxis II Content Exams. The state of Indiana requires students to complete and pass the Praxis I and applicable Praxis II subject area exams for completion of your program. Demonstration Teaching Every WGU Indiana teaching program that leads to licensure requires a student teaching component. At WGU Indiana, we call it Demonstration Teaching. The Demonstration Teaching (DT) domain is a full-time, supervised, in-classroom experience of weeks. This experience is designed to prepare you to tackle the challenges of your own classroom effectively and with confidence. It s an ideal venue in which to integrate the academic knowledge and teaching skills developed to that point in your program. During Demonstration Teaching, you will be supervised by a host teacher who will perform a series of classroom performance observations to document data about your actual in-classroom skills. You will also undergo a series of at least six weekly observations by a Clinical Supervisor (an experienced educator). Your Clinical Supervisor will also complete the midterm and final examinations, and evaluate your student teaching performance based on accepted professional standards. The details of your Demonstration Teaching will be determined by the school district in which you are placed to teach. For more information on Demonstration Teaching, you are invited to contact the Office of Field Placement at WGU Indiana or to speak to your Enrollment Counselor. 11 indiana.wgu.edu

12 Teachers College Path to Certification Some Frequently Asked Questions What grades will I be able to teach? This depends on what program you choose to pursue. Your Enrollment Counselor may be able to help you determine what grades you will be able to teach in Indiana specifically. Does WGU Indiana have NCATE accreditation? Yes, as part of Western Governors University, WGU Indiana s online teaching programs are NCATE approved. What is NCATE accreditation and what does it mean to me? NCATE is the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Five groups were instrumental in the creation of NCATE: The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC), the National Education Association (NEA), the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), and the National School Boards Association (NSBA). NCATE is the agency responsible for accreditation in teacher education, representing a strong, independent, quality assurance mechanism composed of all key stakeholders in education. Having NCATE accreditation is a mark of distinction and provides recognition that the college of education has met national professional standards for the preparation of teachers and other educators. How long will the licensing program take? It depends on the individual student. There are three sections of study in our teacher preparation programs Foundations of Teaching, Effective Teaching Practices, and Demonstration Teaching. Foundations of Teaching typically takes students approximately 6-9 months to complete. Effective Teaching Practices also takes approximately 6-9 months to complete. Demonstration Teaching is weeks within a six-month term. The teacher preparation program in its entirety takes about months to complete. Upon completion of your WGU Indiana program, you can apply directly for your initial teaching license with the Indiana Department of Education. You can learn more by visiting: Indiana Department of Education dpshelpdesk@doe.state.in.us

13 Teachers licensure degree programs Education Without Boundaries Established by the state of Indiana in partnership with Western Governors University, WGU Indiana is designed to serve the needs of Indiana residents. WGU Indiana is intended to allow you to achieve a balance between work, family, and school. At WGU Indiana, you also won t have to forgo your dreams of a degree and career advancement because of cost. WGU Indiana is designed to be different. One of the best values in higher education, WGU Indiana provides a convenient and cost-effective way for self-directed, hard-working adults like you to earn your degree and enhance your career opportunities. For the most part, you re in control of your education at WGU Indiana. In general, there are no class schedules to fit in; no high-priced tuition to strain your wallet. You ll get a first-rate education online with superior programs, low tuition, and unmatched personal attention and support. WGU Indiana is a Nonprofit University WGU Indiana is on a mission to expand access to higher education to Hoosiers. Nothing is more central to fulfilling this mission than WGU Indiana s status as a nonprofit university. At WGU Indiana, nonprofit stands for an unparalleled investment in student success. Here s how WGU Indiana invests in your success: We establish Fit up front. WGU Indiana Enrollment Counselors are not paid on commission. We emphasize the word Counselor and focus on ensuring you are the right fit for WGU Indiana (and WGU Indiana is the right fit for you) We invest our money so you don t have to (as much). WGU Indiana offers low tuition, which means less debt for you upon graduation should you decide to use student loans. WGU Indiana also invests in a variety of scholarships, which make the university even more affordable We focus on graduation, not tuition. WGU Indiana gives you the means to achieve your dreams for a degree and career success. You, and your educational and career goals, are our focus. Your success is our goal We don t rely on handouts. WGU Indiana is completely self-sufficient on student tuition. The university requires zero taxpayer dollars to maintain operations. WGU Indiana has received grant money from state and government entities to build and revise programs to meet today s employment and societal needs WGU Indiana s mission has remained one of helping hard-working adults meet their educational goals and improve their career opportunities. Being a nonprofit institution is essential to fulfilling this mission. 13 indiana.wgu.edu

14 Teachers College WGU is accredited and provides the opportunity for online learning which is keeping up with a very modern and sophisticated technological world. My mentor worked with me at every level to ensure that I completed my degree and teacher certification. He contacted me at least weekly to ensure I was on target and assisted me in working out any problems that surfaced. Trudy Sutherland, WGU graduate The Competency-based Academic Approach Explained At WGU Indiana, we measure learning, not time spent in a classroom. Our online degrees are based on real-world competencies as opposed to seat time or credit hours. Success in your career is based on what you know and what you can do. In that same spirit, WGU Indiana s ultimate focus is on ensuring you possess the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. Each degree program is developed by a council of experts in the field who define competencies students need to possess to graduate. These competencies form the curriculum. This combination of expertise in both industry knowledge and academia guarantees your degree will be relevant in your chosen field. You earn your degree through demonstration of skills and knowledge in required subject areas through a series of carefully designed assessments. You ll take tests, write papers, and complete assignments. But rather than focus on seat time or credit hours, we make sure you graduate as a highly competent professional. Our unique approach offers you many advantages: Our prove it mentality means never having to spend time (or money) re-learning material you already know. Already have experience? You can use it to complete assessments as soon as you re ready and move on. If you re already competent in a subject area, you can prove it faster and complete your degree faster You can accelerate your program (and save money). Whether it s through prior experience or just plain hard work (or both), you are able to complete your degree program as soon as you can successfully complete all of the necessary assessments. Since tuition is charged at a flat rate every six months you pay for time, not per credit hour if you re able to finish faster, you can save both time and money Your degree will be recognized by employers and academia. Our competency-based approach is widely recognized by employers because it s an approach used by most corporations as the basis for promotions and advancement The bottom line: When you graduate from WGU Indiana, your diploma will mean you ve mastered the critical skills and knowledge the workplace demands. You should expect to work hard to earn your degree, but when you re finished, you can be certain you ve learned what you need to succeed

15 Teachers licensure degree programs Tuition That s Affordable As of April 1, Please check website for the most current tuition/fee information. WGU Indiana reserves the right to change any of its tuition and fees. Students will be notified in advance of the new tuition rates. All teacher licensure programs: $2,890 per 6-month term* Library Fee: $45 per 6-month term* Application fee: $65 (one-time) Demonstration Teaching Fee: $1,000 ($100 application fee + $900 fee) Science Lab Fee: $350 (one-time) *A term is six months in length and can begin on the first of any month. You pay for the time, not the credits. Tuition is charged at a flat rate every six months and covers all coursework attempted in that time. A full-time load for these programs is at least 12 competency units (credit equivalents) per term for a bachelor s degree program and at least 8 CUs per term for a master s degree program. Individual progress may vary. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants and scholarships, is available for eligible individuals. VA benefits and tuition assistance are also available. Approved to Offer Indiana State Financial Aid and Grants WGU Indiana is an approved education provider for Indiana state grants and scholarships offered through the State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana (SSACI). The state of Indiana offers a variety of grants and scholarships. Completion of the FAFSA is required during the application. Note: Most WGU Indiana programs are approved for Tuition Assistance for active-duty servicepersons. WGU Indiana can also offer GI Bill and VA benefits as well as scholarship assistance to spouses of military personnel. Please contact your Enrollment Counselor for further information. Accreditation and Certification As part of Western Governors University, WGU Indiana offers degree programs that are: Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) NCATE accredited. The Teachers College at Western Governors University is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education CCNE accredited. The nursing programs at WGU Indiana are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) CAHIIM accredited. WGU Indiana s Health Informatics program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) CNSS certified. WGU Indiana s Information Security and Assurance program has been certified by the National Security Agency s Information Assurance Courseware Evaluation (IACE) Program 15 indiana.wgu.edu

16 Teachers College Applying to WGU Indiana You can apply online in a matter of minutes at indiana.wgu.edu/apply. You can also call your Enrollment Counselor toll-free at to learn more. Typically, within a week of applying, WGU Indiana will contact you regarding the status of your application and answer questions. If you are accepted, you will schedule an Intake Interview with your Enrollment Counselor to review your degree program as well as address your questions or concerns prior to finalizing enrollment. Programs begin the first of every month. Note: Currently, WGU Indiana only accepts applications from individuals living in the state of Indiana. Please check the website for up-to-date information. WGU Indiana WGU Indiana is an online, competency-based university designed to expand access to higher education for Indiana residents. Established by the state of Indiana in partnership with Western Governors University, WGU Indiana is designed to serve the needs of Indiana residents. WGU Indiana offers more than 50 accredited bachelor s and master s degree programs in high-demand career fields, including Business, Information Technology, Teacher Education, and Health Professions, including Nursing. Western Governors University has raised the bar of excellence. We are truly honored by WGU s contributions to the distance learning industry. Dr. John Flores, CEO of the USDLA indiana.wgu.edu IND.LIC.0411