Students wishing to teach must apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Admission is contingent upon a cumulative grade point average of 2.75; completion of the ACT with a minimum composite score of 21, the SAT with a minimum composite score of 990, or the PPST/PRAXIS I with a minimum composite score on the written format of: Reading: 173; Mathematics: 173; Writing: 172; or a minimum composite score on the computer format of: Reading: 320; Mathematics: 173; Writing: 172; submission of several recommendations; and a successful interview with the Teacher Education Advisory Board. To be recommended for certification, candidates completing the program must have a minimum 2.75 GPA overall and in their education courses; have a successful exit conference on their Program Portfolio; have a passing score on the PRAXIS exam; and pass student teaching, with written evaluations from supervising and coordinating field teachers.

Teaching certification requirements in Kentucky (and generally in the nation) are undergoing far-reaching reviews and changes. It is essential that the prospective teacher maintain a close and continueing liaison with academic advisers and advisers in the education program so that appropriate planning can include state mandated changes and requirments.

Transylvania students have had a 100% pass rate on the PRAXIS exams for the past 5 years.

Students must secure majors in appropriate disciplines as listed in the Catalog and be approved by the Kentucky Department of Education.

It is strongly recommended that one pair of Area IV courses be in Writing, Rhetoric, and Communication.

Students should consult with the appropriate academic advisers and advisers in the education program to ensure that state certification and general education requirements are fulfilled.

Students must secure majors in appropriate disciplines as listed in the Catalog and be approved by the Kentucky Department of Education.