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If you want to become a Teacher but don’t have a degree, you still have the opportunity to receive your teacher certification through an alternative certification provider like Texas Teachers of Tomorrow.
Earn your full certification, upon successful completion of all program requirements.
The information below is a list of specific CTE or T&I subject areas you can teach in with no degree. For more information regarding these teacher certification areas, please contact Texas Teachers.
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MINIMUM DEGREE |
YEARS OF WAGE-EARNING EXPERIENCE |
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2 YEARS FULL-TIME EXPERIENCE |
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2 YEARS FULL-TIME EXPERIENCE |
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7 YEARS FULL-TIME EXPERIENCE (for CJ/Law within the past 10 years) |
*Occupation must be approved by Texas Teachers and TEA
Don’t see the occupation you’re interested in on our list? Please contact us to receive information regarding additional qualifying occupations.
If you’re tired of the job you have now and want to make a real difference in classrooms, you’ve come to the right place. Our online training program is proven to help you feel confident as a first-time teacher, and we will provide mentorship throughout your first year in the classroom.
Choosing Teachers of Tomorrow for your Texas teachers certification is affordable and will have you in the classroom as soon as you are ready. Not only will you be able to receive your online teacher certification at your own pace, but you will also be taking classes from a quality curriculum. Apply now and kickstart your journey to becoming a teacher!
Completing an alternative teaching certificate in Texas through Teachers of Tomorrow typically takes most individuals 9-12 months to complete. This is because the curriculum for the online certification program happens at your own pace with the support of mentors and an online community. Learn more about the Teachers of Tomorrow online community and resources!
In Texas, you can become a teacher without a bachelor’s degree. If you have at least 2-7 verifiable years of licensed work in a Trade and Industry field, there are many subject areas under Career & Technical Education (CTE) in which you can earn your online teacher certification. Learn more about CTE certifications and if this option works for you!
Yes, you can become a teacher with an associates degree! If you have 2-7 years of verifiable work experience, you can be eligible for CTE certifications. Learn more about the paths that Teachers of Tomorrow has to offer for individuals with and without 4-year degrees.
Not all schools and states require Substitute, Emergency or Non-Profit teachers to have a degree. While becoming a substitute teacher is an option, it is possible that you may be paid less and have limitations on what you can teach. Instead, consider the option of receiving a CTE certification. Learn more about why CTE certifications are a great way to become a teacher without receiving a bachelor’s degree.