You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.

Getting admitted to a college does not always guarantee admission to its undergraduate secondary education and teaching program. In such a case, you typically apply to the program after your freshman or sophomore year of college.

Program admissions vary. However, for all programs, you need good grades. You also usually need to complete some combination of the following requirements:

• Praxis I (or an equivalent exam that tests your general academic skills)
• Personal interview
• Personal statement
• Required general education and core courses

Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:

• General Computer Applications
• Child Development and Parenting
• Teacher Aide
• School Governance
• Community Service
• Teacher Assisting
• Education Methodology
• Psychology
• Sociology