Fast-track your path to a career in education.

Now is the time to share your real-world experience with the students who can benefit the most from your leadership and perspective. If you’re ready to make a positive impact on the lives of students, their families and your community, choose UMSL’s Teach in 12 program. We can fast-track your path to a career in education with teacher certification in 12-15 months depending on the desired program.

 

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Teach in 12 graduate Sam Cross makes math education approachable

Sam Cross

Sam worked in the data science field before coming to the University of Missouri–St. Louis to make a career change. The Teach-in-12 program quickly got him up to speed on lesson plans, classroom management and pedagogy, and he has now started his first full-time education job as a math teacher at Northwest High School in Cedar Hill, Missouri. Read more.

Choose the certification that's right for you.

UMSL’s innovative Teach in 12 program offers post-baccalaureate teacher certification in about 12 months. Aspiring candidates must already hold a bachelor’s degree and must pass the appropriate Missouri Content Assessment prior to admission. Explore our certification tracks below.

Secondary Education
Elementary Education
Art Education
Music Education
Physical Education

Set yourself apart from the crowd.

  • Maximize your professional experiences in Studio Schools to achieve real outcomes with real students.
  • Get involved in community agencies making an impact throughout the St. Louis area.
  • Learn from a highly reputable faculty of innovative researchers and experienced practitioners.
  • Earn your certificate from a nationally accredited program in 12-15 months, depending on the program you choose.
  • View our FAQs page to find out more.