Alabama

Our Programs

Core Program

Find the right program for your education career goals.

Initial Certification 

Start your teaching career with our comprehensive certification program

Courses & Endorsements

Candidates are provided 369 hours of comprehensive curriculum

Our Courses

CANDIDATES ARE PROVIDED 369 HOURS OF COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM  

#TEACH offers the equivalent of the following college credit hours: 

  • 16.84 (Elementary) 
  • 14.20 (Lower Elementary) 
  • 15.16 (Upper Elementary/Middle) 
  • 15.24 (Secondary) 
  • 17.32 (K-12) 
  • 20.16 (Special Education)  

Courses are offered in the following areas:  

  • Planning and Building 
  • Child Development 
  • Family and Community 
  • Instruction 
  • Differentiated Instruction 
  • Assessment and Evaluation 
  • Classroom Management 
  • Diverse Learners 
  • Teaching Methods 
  • Special Education  

Additionally, there are courses in Restorative Practices, which help teachers understand and use restorative approaches in situations like classroom disruptions, bullying, harassment, and other conflicts — allowing educators to focus on repairing harm rather than just administering punishment.  

All courses are self-paced and must be completed within 13 months, but can often be completed sooner depending on your dedication and schedule.  

 

FREE PD Course 

How to Teach Online Successfully 
(Brought to you by ASAP® and #TEACH)  

 

 

Early Childhood Education 

  • Early Childhood Education (P-3) 

Elementary 

  • Elementary Education (K-6) 

Language Arts 

  • Middle School English Language Arts (4-8) 
  • English Language Arts (6-12) 
  • English for Speakers of Other Languages (K-12) 

Mathematics 

  • Middle School Mathematics (4-8) 
  • Mathematics (6-12) 
  • Algebra I (6-12) 
  • Geometry (6-12) 

Science 

  • Middle School General Science (4-8) 
  • General Science (6-12) 
  • Biology (6-12) 
  • Chemistry (6-12) 
  • Physics (6-12) 

Social Studies 

  • Middle School General Social Science (4-8) 
  • General Social Science (6-12) 
  • Geography (6-12) 
  • History (6-12) 

Fine Arts 

  • Music – Choral (K-12) 
  • Music – Instrumental (K-12) 
  • Theater Arts (K-12) 
  • Visual Arts (K-12) 

Health & Physical Education 

  • Health Education (6-12) 
  • Physical Education (K-12) 

World Languages 

  • French (K-12) 
  • German (K-12) 
  • Latin (K-12) 
  • Spanish (K-12) 
  • Russian (K-12) 
  • Italian (K-12) 
  • Japanese (K-12) 
  • Korean (K-12) 
  • Arabic (K-12) 
  • Chinese (K-12) 

Special Education 

  • Collaborative Special Education (K-6) 
  • Collaborative Special Education (6-12) 

Career & Technology Education 

  • Agriscience Education (6-12) 
  • Business/Marketing Education (6-12) 
  • Career Technologies (6-12) 
  • Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12) 

Degree Programs & Graduate Credit

Explore #TEACH partnerships that connect you with degree and graduate credit pathways.

Master's Degree Program

Earn Your Teaching Certification While Completing Your M.Ed. with The University of Olivet

The University of Olivet’s Online Master of Education (M.Ed.) offers a flexible, fully online option for individuals who want to advance their education career while working toward teacher certification or additional endorsements. Delivered in partnership with #TEACH, this program allows students to complete graduate‑level coursework while meeting state certification requirements.  

Program Highlights 

  • 100% online coursework with asynchronous learning and optional live sessions 
  • Designed for career‑changers and current educators 
  • Opportunity to earn teacher certification or endorsements while completing the M.Ed. 
  • Aligned to state certification requirements and supported by CAEP‑accredited #TEACH pathways 
  • Accessible to students in all #TEACH program states  

Earn Your Bachelor’s Degree and Teacher Certification Online with The University of Olivet

The University of Olivet’s Online Bachelor’s Teaching Pathway is designed for individuals who want to complete their bachelor’s degree and begin teacher certification at the same time. Offered fully online and delivered in partnership with #TEACH, this pathway provides a streamlined option for future educators who need a degree to move forward in the certification process.  

What This Pathway Offers 

  • Bachelor’s degree completion through the University of Olivet 
  • Embedded teacher certification preparation through #TEACH
  • 100% online coursework, designed for working adults 
  • Ability to apply previously earned college credits toward degree completion 
  • Coursework that prepares candidates to transition directly into the classroom  

The following are courses offered for graduate credit through Ashland University and #TEACH:

 

Child Development – Elementary (Download the Syllabus)

  • Essentials of Brain Based Learning​
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Middle Childhood Development

Child Development – Secondary (Download the Syllabus)

  • Essentials of Brain Based Learning​
  • Middle Childhood Development
  • The Adolescent Learner

Classroom Management (Download the Syllabus)

  • Building Community​
  • Cooperative Learning
  • Principles of Restorative Practice
  • Restorative Practice Activities in the Classroom


Assessment & Evaluation (Download the Syllabus)

  • Using Student Data​
  • Disaggregating, Organizing and Reporting Data
  • Principles of Fair Student Assessment
  • Formative and Summative Assessments
  • Evaluation

 

Each of the above listed courses are 3 graduate level credits.

Once you complete the course(s), you will be able to apply for graduate credit via Ashland University for an additional fee of $465 per/course.

Graduate Credit for Individuals currently enrolled in #TEACH

If you are currently enrolled in #TEACH and have completed all of the lessons in any of the listed sequence of courses, you may apply for graduate credit​ (waived courses cannot be counted).

 

Graduate Credit for Individuals Not currently enrolled in #TEACH

Initial Certification

Alternative Teacher Certification in Alabama 

The #TEACH alternative teacher certification program provides a flexible, state‑approved pathway for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree and want to become certified teachers in Alabama. 

 

How the Program Works 

The #TEACH program is designed to help you move efficiently from application to full Alabama teacher certification through a structured, supportive process.  

Step 1: Apply and Get Started 

Begin by submitting an application. Once accepted, the #TEACH admissions team works with you to map out your personalized path to certification. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and meet Alabama eligibility requirements.  

Step 2: Complete Coursework 

You will complete up to 507 hours of comprehensive, competency‑based coursework aligned with Alabama State Department of Education requirements. Coursework focuses on: 

  • Planning and Building

  • Child Development

  • Family and Community

  • Instruction

  • Differentiated Instruction

  • Assessment and Evaluation

  • Classroom Management

  • Diverse Learners

  • Teaching Methods

  • We also offer courses in Restorative Practices

All coursework is designed to prepare you for real classroom environments and professional expectations.  

Step 3: Teach With Support (Residency Year) 

During your first year in the classroom, you serve as a certified teacher while receiving ongoing, individualized support. Instructional coaches provide mentoring, training, and in‑classroom guidance throughout your residency year, ensuring you are never navigating the process alone.  

Step 4: Earn Full Alabama Certification 

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, including one academic year of teaching with successful evaluations while holding the Conditional Certificate, the individual can apply for the Professional Educator Certificate.

 

Why Choose the #TEACH Program? 

  • State‑approved alternative route to teacher certification in Alabama 
  • Designed for career‑changers and working adults 
  • Combines coursework with real classroom experience 
  • Ongoing coaching and mentoring throughout the program 
  • Clear path from application to full Alabama certification 

 

Next Steps

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