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Licensure and Master of Arts in Elementary K-8 Teaching

The Licensure and Master of Arts in Elementary K-8 teaching is designed for:

• Individuals who have completed baccalaureate degrees in fields other than education
• Individuals interested in a career change
• Licensed teacher who wish to add an additional license

You may choose to earn a licensure only, or with the completion of additional requirements, earn the Master of Arts in Teaching.

A major advantage of the St. Thomas program is that the licensure credits apply directly toward the master’s degree. Courses for the certificate programs are scheduled evenings and weekends for working professionals. Classes are held on the University of St. Thomas campus in downtown Minneapolis.

What the Program Offers

• K-8 Licensure
• Designed for the working professional
• Concerns for diversity and equity throughout the required teacher education courses
• Preparation to fulfill the standards and related proficiencies for entry-level Minnesota teachers as established by the Minnesota Department of Education
• Flexibility – up to 7 years to complete
• Masters degree in Teaching
• Offers graduate level credit
• Classes held in Minneapolis 
• Classes meet in the evening hours
• Adviser always available
• Rolling admission
• Three semesters – fall, spring, summer
• An Opportunity to begin a new career

Specific program requirements for each graduate licensure area can be found at the following links:

• Elementary (K-6) with Communication Arts and Literature (5-8)
• Elementary (K-6) with Mathematics (5-8)
• Elementary (K-6) with General Science (5-8)
• Elementary (K-6) with Social Studies (5-8)

• Elementary (K-6) with World Language/Culture (French, German, & Spanish) (K-8)