The Teacher Education Programs at High Point University have been approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the North Carolina State Board of Education. A major in elementary education will qualify a candidate for licensure in elementary education (K - 6).

Majors Offered:

Elementary Education
Special Education
Special Education Minor (must apply for this minor)
Lateral Entry
Licensure

Requirements are in three categories:
- General Education or University Requirements
- Professional Education Requirements
- Supporting Disciplines

To apply to the Teaching Program a student must complete the following checklist:
· Apply to Evening Degree Program and be Accepted
· Complete 200 level Education courses
· Take the Praxis I
· Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher

For more information on the Elementary Education program, please check out the Education webpage or contact an academic advisor.

Teacher Education Handbook

Program Information:

L.E.A.P. - Lateral Entry
Piedmont Baptist College
Licensure Program for Academically Gifted