This professional admission program leads to an Arizona Elementary Teaching Certificate for grades K-8 with an endorsement once all certification requirements are complete. During all four semesters of the program, you work in schools with diverse populations of children and teachers who are invested in supporting new teachers.

As part of a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and land grant university, we prioritize serving diverse communities by preparing professional counselors to acknowledge the role of privilege and oppression, address systemic barriers, and promote social justice. Through rigorous academic training, culturally responsive practice, and community engagement, our program empowers our students and graduates to advocate for and support the well-being of all individuals, particularly those from historically marginalized populations.

The Teaching Online by Design (TOBD) minor is designed to engage and prepare students on how to design and facilitate online courses/programs.

This minor provides a deep dive into current theories and practices of instructional design and teaching/learning in the field of online education. It further aims to prepare undergraduates for careers in online education involving all levels of education from K-12, higher education, government, and industry.