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Teacher Certification Programs

Certificate Teacher Certification

Connecticut teacher certification programs at UB across elementary (PreK-6), secondary academic subjects (grades 4-12), music (PreK-12), and educational administration (092).

4-12Subject-specific instruction
Secondary grades
PreK-6Plus Music PreK-12
Elementary grades
092Hybrid on-campus and online
Administration

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While these programs are not open to international students, we invite you to explore other opportunities at UB. See our full list of academic programs.

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Elementary

Elementary Education

Elementary (PreK-6). Music (PreK-12).

Elementary educators empower young minds through accessible and engaging instruction grounded in interdisciplinary learning. You’ll teach elementary-aged students the knowledge and skills to cultivate literacy, numeracy, and soft skills like critical thinking.

Secondary

Secondary academic subjects, grades 4-12

Business, English, History and social studies, Mathematics, Science (biology, chemistry, earth science, general science, and physics), Music (PreK-12).

Secondary educators play a vital role in shaping young minds by providing subject-specific instruction to grades 4-12 students. You’ll empower students to think critically, solve problems, and develop the skills necessary for success in higher education and the workforce.

Administration

Hybrid Educational Administration and Supervision (092)

Preparing for certification as an intermediate administrator (092) in the state of Connecticut.

The program provides practical preparation for administrative positions in schools up to, and including, the assistant superintendent position. All state of Connecticut requirements for Administrative certification are met by completion of this program.

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