Teacher Licensure

The Union Institute & University Teacher Licensure program has two options: undergraduate and post baccalaureate. In both options, UI&U offers a unique way to help you earn your license through a flexible combination of brief weekend residencies and online seminars. The licensure program at UI&U is designed to match the professional interests and career goals of aspiring teachers with a learning schedule that fits busy lives. Each term, students work one-on-one with a faculty mentor and a small study group with similar interests. A student's previously earned bachelor's degree will determine the area of endorsement (see chart below).

Endorsements

Union Institute & University’s Bachelor of Arts program is approved by the Vermont Department of Education to prepare teachers for licensure in the following endorsement areas.

• Early Childhood Education (pre-K-3)
• Elementary Education (K-6)
• Secondary English (7-12)
• Secondary Social Studies (7-12)
• Art Education (K-12)

Where Can I Use My Vermont Teaching License? - Reciprocal Agreements

Students who successfully complete the Teacher Licensure program will receive a Vermont license to teach. Students are encouraged to review reciprocity requirements on their state's Department of Education website. Vermont has active reciprocal agreements with a majority of the 50 states. 

Requirements

To pursue the teacher licensure option the following requirements must be met:

• Overall average of B or better and a B average in major field (2.7 GPA).
• Excellent writing skills.
• Passing scores on Praxis Series. All students must submit Praxis I: Skill Assessment scores. For students pursuing licensure in Elementary Education or secondary areas of English, mathematics, science, or social studies, Praxis II: Subject Assessments must also be submitted.

Learn More

Visit the Teacher Licensure page for additional information regarding this program. Contact admissions@myunion.edu for direct support from an admissions counselor.