This Post-Baccalaureate endorsement program in secondary education (grades 6-12) is designed for individuals with a non-teaching BS or BA degree who want to obtain licensure as a teacher in grades 6 through 12 in the following content areas: English, mathematics, earth science, chemistry, biology or physics, and history/social studies, which will be listed on the license.
Program Highlights
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Courses taken in this endorsement may be applied towards a master's degree in Education from Ƶ.
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This program prepares you for licensure in one of these content areas, which will be listed on the license: English, mathematics, earth science, chemistry, biology, physics, history/social studies
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Requirements
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Students must complete the Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) modules during the first twelve graduate credit hours at Ƶ.
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Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the graduate professional education coursework.
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A grade of “B” or higher is required in all practicum coursework and a grade of B- or higher required in the remaining graduate professional education courses.
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Students must take and pass all Virginia Board of Education prescribed assessments including the Praxis Subject Assessment (formerly Praxis II) examination for the appropriate secondary endorsement prior to or while enrolled in the instructional strategies course and the Seminar in Teacher Education () course.
Licensure Information
Virginia Licensure
** You do not need three years of educational experience to apply to this program. However, to be eligible for an Administration and Supervision preK-12 license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you must have completed three years of successful, full-time experiences in a public or accredited nonpublic school in an instructional personnel position with licensure as a teacher or school counselor. Ƶ's MSEd concentration in educational administration and supervision is approved by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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If you're seeking teacher licensure or endorsement in another state, we encourage you to check your state's requirements before you apply.
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Cost of Attendance
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Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2025-26 academic year (subject to change). Other fees are assessed for special services and certain academic programs. Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Ƶ, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
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