Become a Teacher or Advance Your Teaching Career
Our teacher preparation and professional development programs at Temple University provide individualized preparation and support as you work toward personal and professional goals. We’ve been doing that for nearly 150 years.
Our degree programs prepare students to earn their initial Pennsylvania teacher certification. Beginning in summer 2025, graduate students may also pursue certification through our new accelerated graduate certificate pathway.
The curriculum includes coursework to develop teaching skills and valuable fieldwork experiences. Applicants are not required to have a professional or academic background in education.
Our college also offers programs for current educators to advance their careers for professional development, or to pursue additional professional certifications recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Temple University is an approved provider of educational programs leading to Pennsylvania Department of Education Professional Certification.