Secondary Education Professional Disclosures
The University of Utah discloses below whether the Secondary Education program will fulfill state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure and/or certification. Some state licensing boards require additional requirements beyond education, which may include (but are not limited to): additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure. Make sure you understand and review any additional requirements prior to enrolling in the Secondary Education program.
State licensing requirements are always subject to change at the discretion of the state licensing board. The University will routinely update this page, but we strongly recommend you inquire with the applicable state board to confirm your eligibility for licensure prior to enrolling in the Secondary Education program. For any questions regarding licensure, please contact the state/territory agency directly.
Licensing requirements vary by state/territory and relocating could impact whether you will meet eligibility requirements for licensure. For any questions about relocation eligibility, contact the agency where you desire licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.
Carefully review the educational prerequisites for your intended state/territory of licensure and whether our program meets those requirements for licensure. Use the agency contact information provided below to clarify or confirm any requirements.
If questions remain after reviewing the information provided below, contact your program advisor. While the University can provide initial guidance, it is ultimately your responsibility to continually check with the state/territory where you intend to seek licensure to confirm all licensing/certification requirements.
If a state or territory is not listed below, this means that the University of Utah has not yet determined if this program meets educational requirements for licensure in that state or territory. Please email stateauthorization@utah.edu to learn more.
The University of Utah's Secondary Education program recommends candidates for licensure after obtaining the following degrees/minors:
- Majors
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) in Biology Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) in Chemistry Teaching
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Modern Dance Teaching
- Bachelor of Science in Earth Science Composite Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts in English Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in French Teaching
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health and Kinesiology - Health and Physical Education Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) in Mathematics Teaching
- Bachelor of Music in Music Education
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) in Physics Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Spanish Teaching
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Theatre Teaching
- Minors
- Minor in Biology Teaching
- Minor in Chemistry Teaching
- Minor in English Teaching
- Minor in French Teaching
- Minor in Geography Teaching
- Minor in Health Teaching
- Minor in History Teaching
- Minor in Math Teaching
- Minor in Physics Teaching
- Minor in Spanish Teaching
Additionally, students that have completed a bachelor's degree and completed coursework equivalent to the teaching major in the subject area in which they seek licensure may be recommended for licensure in association with the following graduate degrees listed below. Please reach out to an advisor to learn more.
- Master's of Education in Educational Psychology - BS/MEd Stem Program
- Master's in Education in Educational Leadership and Policy - Teacher Leadership
- Master's of Education in Education Culture and Society
- Master's of Arts in World Languages
Please note - not every state offers specific endorsements for every subject offered*
*The information in this section may not be comprehensive and states may update their list of endorsements at any time. Last updated 6/18/2024.
The following states do not have an Earth Science endorsement, but may have other applicable science endorsements: DC, LA, MI, MS, OR, RI, VI, WI
The following states only offer a general Social Studies endorsement: AR, MI, NH, NJ, NM, PA, RI, TX, WV, WI
The following states do not have a Dance endorsement: AK, DC, FL, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MT, NE, NM, ND, OR, PA
Utah appears to be the only state with a Film and Media Arts endorsement
The information below currently applies to all University of Utah Secondary Education degrees/minors.
Find a State or Territory:
The University of Utah's Secondary Education program meets state/territory educational requirements* for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories**:
*Additional requirements beyond education may include post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure.
**Graduates applying for a teaching license outside the state of Utah are encouraged to do so through the reciprocity pathway. Licensing through reciprocity means that graduates must first acquire a Utah teaching license before applying for licensure in another state/territory.
Massachusetts
Determination:
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Last updated 6/10/2024
Additional Resources
Program AccreditationThe University of Utah’s Teacher Education program has received full accreditation status through the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for its initial licensure programs.
Program PageThe most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Secondary Education program will be the program webpage.
INTERSTATE TEACHER MOBILITY COMPACTThe Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact works to create reciprocity among participant states, and reduce barriers to license portability and employment.
Praxis ExamsThe Praxis® tests are used by many state education agencies to make decisions regarding the licensing of new educators.
Resources
The University of Utah has received full accreditation status through the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for its initial licensure programs.
The most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Secondary Education program will be the program webpage.
The Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact works to create reciprocity among participant states, and reduce barriers to license portability and employment.
The Praxis® tests are used by many state education agencies to make decisions regarding the licensing of new educators.
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