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Have you always wanted to become a certified teacher? Do you want to know what is required to become one? While the answer varies from state-to-state, there are some general requirements that you will need to fulfill.
The most popular route to becoming a teacher is by completing a degree at an accredited college or university. Depending on what areas you would like to teach, a bachelor’s degree in education can take anywhere from 4-5 years to complete. Courses vary between institutions, but generally you will be taking a wide variety of general studies, teaching content, and teaching methodology courses, as well as completing a certain amount of hours of practicum and student teaching. If you already hold a bachelor’s degree, there are many institutions where you can be qualified to teach by gaining a master’s degree, which takes from 2-3 years to complete. Your courses will be similar to bachelor’s degree courses, although much more specific and intensive.
There are also other alternative methods to becoming a teacher, such as programs like Teach for America, in which college graduates become teacher’s through actual teaching experience. Alternative methods vary and you should consult your state’s department of education.
Finally, after completing a program of study or alternative method, most states require certification tests, as well as various other requirements, such as fingerprinting and background checks. If you are interested in becoming a teacher, look into the requirements that your state has and decide on which method is best for you!

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