College of Education & Human Services

The Concept

MSUM graduate licensure courses provide a convenient, cost-effective path for professionals with backgrounds in mathematics and science to become classroom teachers. Education core courses are 100% online. Methods courses in mathematics and science are offered in hybrid format, with online assignments and 3 Saturday on-campus meetings (6-8 hours each). 12 weeks' student teaching can be arranged in a school district of the student's choice, with on-site supervision provided by MSUM.

Basic Requirements

BS or BA and admission to MSUM as a graduate special student
www.mnstate.edu/graduate

Introduction to Public Speaking or equivalent
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Passing score on Praxis I (test of basic academic skills)
Praxis I Testing Options and Information
Register for Praxis I
MN Praxis I Score Reqirements (click on link and scroll to bottom of page)

Content area courses as needed
14 credits of online education core courses

Hybrid methods courses-3 credits for science, 6 for mathematics

Passing score on Praxis II (test of content knowledge and principles of teaching and learning)
Praxis II Information
Register for Praxis II
MN Praxis II Score Requirements (click on link and scroll to bottom of page)

10 credits of student teaching

Completed licensure application
Forms and Application Procedure

The Courses

For More Information

Missy Youngs
Lommen Hall
Minnesota State University Moorhead
youngs@mnstate.edu
(701) 239-8181