Teacher Certification Pathways

Wilson College is pleased to announce it will receive a $600,000 education grant through a statewide initiative aimed at addressing Pennsylvania’s critical teacher shortage. As part of a major investment by Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration, this funding will expand Wilson’s efforts to provide special education degrees and certifications for working paraprofessionals in Adams, Franklin, and York counties—enabling them to advance their careers while continuing their employment.

“One of the most critical skills a teacher must have if they are considering longevity in the profession, is passion. This passion is contagious and spreads to students as well as other teachers and creates a welcoming and positive environment.”

On the road proudly supporting Pennsylvania educators!

Faculty and staff from Wilson College’s education programs recently attended the PACTE - The Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators' Education Assembly where they discussed critical topics facing educators across the commonwealth and how to better connect with Gen Z.

Meet Rebecca Diehl, who recently completed the Teacher Certification Pathways program.

“The Wilson College TCP program stands out because of its comprehensive curriculum, experienced faculty, and flexibility which allowed me to work full time while completing all program requirements in just 18 months. Wilson College equipped me with the necessary skills to become an effective and impactful teacher, and the support I received throughout the process, everything from scheduling, advising, to mentorship, has been superb,” 

Meet Charnea Worlds '24 Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) Completer in Early Childhood Education. 

Gregory Bamberger '23 TCP is a health and physical education teacher at Pocono Mountain School District, thanks to the Teacher Certification Program (TCP) at Wilson College. Gregory shared, "If it were not for the TCP program at Wilson college, I would not have been able to follow a dream I did not know I had. The TCP program allowed me the opportunity to become a fully certified teacher all while working in a school district and gaining the experience I needed to achieve my dream of becoming a health and physical education teacher.

May 6 through 10 is National Teacher Appreciation Week and today is National Teacher Day! To celebrate we are spotlighting Charnea Worlds '24 Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) Completer in Early Childhood Education. 

Beth Byers, director of teacher certification pathways at Wilson College, joined Gov. Josh Shapiro, state lawmakers, and other distinguished guests at a news conference in Harrisburg, Pa., on Wednesday April 10, to celebrate the announcement of the state's first-ever student teacher stipend. The program, which launched April 11, compensates eligible student teachers up to $15,000 while going through their apprenticeship, and offers an additional $5,000 for working in a high-needs district.

Meet Amanda Ducharme, TCP/FLIP (Teacher Certification Pathways/Foreign Language Intern Pathway) completer this Spring 2024. 

Amanda's supervisor, Dr. Wanda Richie, shared "Amanda brings a passion for language and culture to the classroom and shares this love with students enthusiastically. When I visit their school, I immediately see a teacher who cares deeply about student success. Amanda creates a beautiful, warm space for students to learn and grow."

Wilson College Master of Organizational Leadership student, Rebecca "Becky" Whigham spent four weeks in Uganda this summer studying food security and education from a global perspective. She did it as part of her guided study class called Studies in Global Food Security.