Become a Teacher
Preparing professional educators for teaching and leadership in schools
The Department of Teaching and Educational Studies and its partners exemplify and prepare professional educators who are reflective, ethical, and lifelong learners. We prepare effective professional educators in Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls and online.
Undergraduate Degrees
Undergraduate Degrees – Standard Teaching Certificates
- Bachelor of Arts in Blended Early Childhood Education
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in
- Bachelor of Music Education
Graduate Degrees
- Deaf Education*
- Elementary Education
- Literacy*
- Masters of Art in Teaching
- Music Education (K-12)*
- Secondary Education
- Special Education*
*Not currently accepting applications
Alternative Routes to Certification
The COE offers the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) as an alternative route to certification through approved application packets and individualized Alternative Route plans. Alternative authorizations are initiated by the hiring school district. Contact the Idaho State Department of Education website and the COE Kent Student Support Center for information.
Additional Endorsements
Additional subject area endorsements can be added prior to graduation or you can add endorsements to your existing Standard Instructional Certificate after graduation and initial certification. See the Idaho State Department of Education website for more information.