Image "With Wilson's program, I was able to find a permanent teaching position that's perfect for me. The skills that I've learned here make me a better teacher."Amanda Ducharme, TCP Completer '24Foreign Language Intern Pathway (FLIP) PK-12 Certificate RequirementsIf candidate is eligible for this program, all course work can be taken online excluding the Intern Practicum.In order to be eligible for this program the candidate must:Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institutionHold a PK-12 teaching position in one of the languages below andPass Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge 5511Pass State-Required Language Test (ACTFL or PRAXIS) orFor American Sign Language - need to score a 3 or higher on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI). Score must then be sent to ETS to be converted to passing Praxis score of 160. Request that ETS sends to PDE. Begin the scheduling process via this LINK. Click here for detailed information about the requirements for testing and the connection process. Both test results should be sent to Wilson College and the PA Department of Education (PDE).Upon acceptance into the program, the candidate will be required to apply for a Pennsylvania Intern Certificate through PDE. All questions, should be directed to tcp@wilson.edu.For FLIP, we offer PK-12 Pennsylvania Instructional I certification in the following languages: American Sign Language, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, and Mandarin.Education Course Requirements -- for all foreign language Intern certificationsCourse RequirementsRequired courses graded "C" or above may be transferred from transcripts.Additional required courses will include those outdated and/or not previously completedState Reciprocity:Wilson College offers Pennsylvania Level I certification for its education programs. Pennsylvania certification is reciprocal with most of the 50 states. Generally speaking, if you hold a valid PA professional teaching license from a regionally accredited and state-approved teacher preparation program and pass the required state testing, you will be able to obtain a teaching license in another state. Wilson College has not made a determination of requirements for each state, so please click here for detailed requirements on all 50 states. You can view information on how teacher credentials cross state lines here. Jan 14 2025 Teacher Certification Pathways Information Session - January 14, 2025 Bring your passion and experience into the classroom. If you have your bachelor's degree, start down the path to Pennsylvania teacher certification. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Jan 29 2025 Teacher Certification Pathways Information Session - January 29, 2025 Bring your passion and experience into the classroom. If you have your bachelor's degree, start down the path to Pennsylvania teacher certification. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM More Events ➜ Image Student Spotlight: Charnea Worlds '24 TCP Meet Charnea Worlds '24 Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) Completer in Early Childhood Education. Read more Image Student Spotlight: Gregory Bamberger '23 TCP Gregory Bamberger '23 TCP is a health and physical education teacher at Pocono Mountain School District, thanks to the Teacher Certification Progra Read more More News ➜ Teacher Online Pathway (TOP) TOP Certifications Early Childhood (PreK-4, elementary) Middle Level (4-8) PreK-12 Education Secondary Education Foreign Languages Intern Pathway (FLIP) Tuition & Fees Intern Track Testimonials Education Program Goals Student Services Relevant links ... Teacher Online Pathway (TOP) TOP Certifications Foreign Languages Intern Pathway (FLIP) Tuition & Fees Intern Track Testimonials Education Program Goals Student Services Inquire Apply Online Information Sessions Cert. + M.ED or MSE Enroll in first TCP course Course Catalog Contact Information Mrs. Beth ByersDirector of TCP Warfield 302 717-262-2009 Fax: 717-262-2579tcp@wilson.edu Education FacultyFuture of EducationRequired Clearances
Image Student Spotlight: Charnea Worlds '24 TCP Meet Charnea Worlds '24 Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) Completer in Early Childhood Education. Read more
Image Student Spotlight: Gregory Bamberger '23 TCP Gregory Bamberger '23 TCP is a health and physical education teacher at Pocono Mountain School District, thanks to the Teacher Certification Progra Read more