Arizona
Our Programs
Core Program
Learn more about our initial teacher certification for Arizona.
Initial Certification
Start your teaching career with our comprehensive certification program
Courses & Endorsements
Candidates are provided 369 hours of comprehensive curriculum
Our Courses
The #TEACH Elementary & Secondary programs offer the equivalent of up to 16.16 college credit hours in the following areas:
Planning and Building
Child Development
Family and Community
Instruction
Differentiated Instruction
Assessment and Evaluation
Classroom Management
Diverse Learners
Teaching Methods
Additionally, we also offer courses in Restorative Practices. More and more districts are utilizing restorative practices, especially when there are verbal and physical conflicts, bullying, theft, damage to property, class disruption, harassment and cyberbullying. By engaging teachers new to the profession in this training, they will be able to effectively reduce suspensions and focus on teaching the student who misbehaved how to “repair the harm” that he or she caused.
All courses are self-paced and must be completed within 13 months. However, depending on your commitment, dedication and time availability, they can be completed sooner.
When you download the course lists below, please note that the number listed in the “hours” column represents “actual” hours. So if a course says 10 hours, then it should take about 10 hours to complete the course. Some may finish sooner and some later, but the completion time should be within that range.
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Endorsement Areas
Arizona Endorsement Areas
Candidates may pursue certification in areas including:
- Elementary Education (All Subjects)
- Secondary (Grades 6–12):
- Mathematics
- Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science)
- Social Studies
- English / Language Arts
- Middle Grades
- Physical Education & Health
- World Languages
- Fine Arts
- Business Education
Eligibility aligns with Arizona Department of Education requirements and may include content exams, degree alignment, or approved equivalencies.
Degree Programs & Graduate Credit
Explore #TEACH partnerships that connect you with degree and graduate credit pathways.
Master Degree Programs
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
Degree Completion
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
Courses for Graduate Credit
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).
Courses You Can Teach By Certification Area
This document serves as a guide to common or typical course titles offered in Arizona schools.
Special Requirements for ESL, World Language and Bilingual Endorsements
This document serves as a guide for special requirements in the listed endorsement areas.