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Can someone tell me how a teacher would go about becoming
certified in two subject area's: Specifically Physics and
Chemistry?
TJ /blockquote>

Paul,
Teachers receive primary certification in one area, say
physics, assuming you have 1) enough credits in physics, 2)
passed the required Praxis subject exams, 3) completed
student teaching and 4) graduated from a teacher preparation
program (traditional colllege based or ARC). At that point,
you...See More
Jan 17, 2008
Paul /blockquote>

TJ,

Thanks. Your response is helpful and appreciated.

For clarification, to get a cross endorsement say in chemistry,
would I need an additional 18 credits, all in chemistry, or an
additional 18 credits in the sciences including chemistry? So
when you say you have 3 science endorsements, does that...See More
Jan 17, 2008
TJ /blockquote>

For clarification, cross endorsements require a concentration in
one field of study. For example, you would need 18 credits in
chemistry to get a cross endorsement in chemistry to teach
chemistry, 18 in physics to teach physics, etc. PLUS the
required praxis tests in those areas. Hope this helps.
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Jan 22, 2008
Paul /blockquote>

TJ,

Thanks again. Now I understand. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Paul

On 1/22/08, TJ wrote:
> For clarification, cross endorsements require a concentration in
> one field of study. For example, you would need 18 credits in
> chemistry to get a cross endorsement in chemist...See More
Jan 22, 2008


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