Teacher Preparation

Teachers in Oklahoma are in high demand, and the need for quality educators will continue to rise. Our Teacher Preparation program is a great for those interested in a career in education. Whether you seek the paraprofessional credential to work as a teaching assistant or if you plan to attain a degree in education, we have the courses to prepare you for your next step.

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About this Program

The Teacher Preparation Career Tech Program is designed for high school juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in education. This two-year program provides students with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience to prepare them for a college degree in education. Through coursework, field experiences, and internships, students explore the teaching profession, develop essential instructional skills, and gain valuable insights into working with diverse learners in today’s classrooms.

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Employment Opportunities

Teaching Assistant, Paraprofessional

Teacher Preparation Majors

Teacher Preparation

About this Major

The Teacher Preparation career major is designed to expand on developing the students’ ability to lesson plan, explore more teaching strategies, and develop strong classroom management tools.  Students will also connect with colleges and explore college scholarships.

Teaching Assistant is a prerequisite for this major.

Licensure / Certifications

  • Education Fundamentals – AAFCS Pre-PAC

Courses

  • Activity Development and Lesson Planning 120 hours
  • Professional Development for Teachers 120 hours
  • Technology Integration and Career Tech Education 60 hours
  • Instructional Methods and Internship 120 hours
  • College and Career Preparation II 60 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for High School Students

No cost for high school students.

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Students are required to provide SSN and complete a background check. Francis Tuttle Technology Center pays for background check.

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Students are required to provide SSN and complete a background check. Francis Tuttle Technology Center pays for background check.

At A Glance

Open To

  • High School Juniors and Seniors, and Adults

Location

Total Hours Required

480 hours

Length

  • Part-time: 1 school year
  • A typical school year includes 9 months of instruction. Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Two sessions: 7:55 am - 11:00 am and 12:30 pm - 3:35 pm, Monday - Friday

Students enroll in either the AM or PM session.

Teaching Assistant

About this Major

The Teacher Assistant career major is designed to introduce students to various teaching and educational careers in Pre-kindergarten through high school. Students will be able to gain certification as a teacher's aide and work toward entering a college teaching program. This will allow graduates to begin working immediately in a classroom setting or give them an early advantage for acceptance into a college education program.

Licensure / Certifications

  • Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment
  • CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Courses

  • The Profession of Teaching 60 hours
  • Teaching Diverse Learners 120 hours
  • Instructional Planning and Assessment 120 hours
  • Teaching Internship I 120 hours
  • College and Career Preparation I 60 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for High School Students

No cost for high school students.

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Students are required to provide SSN and complete a background check. Francis Tuttle Technology Center pays for background check.

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Students are required to provide SSN and complete a background check. Francis Tuttle Technology Center pays for background check.

At A Glance

Open To

  • High School Juniors and Seniors, and Adults

Location

Total Hours Required

480 hours

Length

  • Part-time: 1 school year
  • A typical school year includes 9 months of instruction. Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Two sessions: 7:55 am - 11:00 am and 12:30 pm - 3:35 pm, Monday - Friday

Students enroll in either the AM or PM session.