Middle and Secondary Education (BS)

Fall Admission: February 1st
Spring Admission: September 15th

The Department of Elementary, Middle and Secondary Teacher Education, in partnership with area schools, prepares teachers to be exemplary professional practitioners and scholars who are strong in their content knowledge as well as in effective research-informed teaching strategies. It is through the preparation of the strongest teachers that we seek to continually improve the quality of life for all in our community. For Secondary (High School) Tracks, Middle School Single Certification Tracks  and Middle School Dual Certification tracks, view track requirements here

CEHD Conceptual Framework: The conceptual framework focuses on three guiding principles – inquiry, action, and advocacy – as these are learned in the classroom, applied through habitual and skillful practice, and internalized as a means of solving problems and improving the lives of children, families, and communities. The teacher education program develops teacher education candidates who go on to enhance the lives of others by becoming critical thinkers, problem solvers and professional leaders who advocate for the principles of social justice and equity. 

Accreditation: CEHD teacher education programs are fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), and approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. 

For information on program accreditation click here. 

Teacher education candidates should visit the Educator Preparation Program page and review the expectations listed under the "Review These Teaching Profession Expectations" section.

Please visit the Educator Preparation Program page and read items listed under "Admission Requirement Details" for more in-depth information regarding admission requirements for this program.

Click on a course name (ex. "EDTP 328 ") in the degree requirements or track requirements for further information about courses. Information includes class description, prerequisites (if any), terms offered, among other information.

TEACH Grant

Through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, Congress created the Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program that provides up to $4,000 per year to those who intend to teach in a public or private school that serves students from low-income families. Teachers must be certified in a high-need field. (Amount is pro-rated based on part-time or full-time status up to a maximum of $8,000 for graduate students.) 

Applicants must complete the FAFSA (although financial need is not required) and be admitted to the professional portion of the teacher certification program. Applicants must score above the 75th percentile on a college admission test or maintain a cumulative gpa of 3.25 for eligibility. 

Recipients must teach for a minimum of four years within eight calendar years of completing the teacher certification program. Those who fail to complete the service obligation must re-pay the loan, with interest charged form the first date of disbursement.

Questions about the online application should be directed to teacher@louisville.edu.