Admission to Teacher Education is the point at which a candidate has completed the requirements listed below and formally applies to be admitted to a program that leads to a PA Teaching Certification. In order to successfully complete the program on time, candidates are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible after meeting the requirements. Once candidates have earned Admission to Teacher Education, they may take the education courses that are restricted to education majors.  Applications for Admission to Teacher Education are accepted throughout the academic year.

Admission to Teacher Education Requirements

  • All required pre-admission courses completed as designated by the program including the following:
    • 6 credits of Mathematics
    • 3 credits of English Composition
    • 3 credits of English Literature
  • Minimum 48 credits completed by the end of the current semester.
  • Minimum 2.8 GPA
  • Completion of new Act 24.
  • Required Clearances Submitted in Anthology.

Application Instructions for Admission to Teacher Education

  1. Review the PennWest Admission to Teacher Education Process.
  2. Review the PennWest Admission to Teacher Education Policy.
  3. Complete the PennWest Admission to Teacher Education Application and forward it to your advisor along with all required documentation as indicated on the application.