Completers of alternative teacher preparation programs are recommended for a teaching license in Minnesota.

Those choosing alternative teacher preparation programs must have a Bachelor’s Degree. Many are career-changers, and seeking meaningful work, enjoy working with students, and want to make a difference. Alternative preparation offers an opportunity to gain a license while working. Programs recognize the gifts and talents of teacher candidates:

“I find the hands-on approach and assignments we are doing are very applicable to our jobs, and not busy work…. This program feels like I am doing something for myself.”