Office of Teaching Initiatives

Teacher Preparation Programs in NYS

Below is information about two different types of  teacher preparation programs in New York State.

1. College and University Programs
   Over a hundred teacher preparation institutions offer a wide range of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. You can find a searchable database of all programs in New York State in the "Inventory of Registered Programs" located on the Office of College and University Evaluation's Web site at http://www.nysed.gov/heds/IRPSL1.html . 
   
   For links to college and university Web sites, go New York State Teacher Preparation Institutions. 
   
   For additional information about College and University Evaluation go to www.highered.nysed.gov/ocue/.

2. Alternative Programs
   New York State also offers an alternative preparation model aimed at mature, second career professionals. Alternative programs are offered by colleges with local school partners. They feature an accelerated introductory component, followed by paid employment, with extensive mentoring, coursework and other supports from the college and school district.
   
   For a complete listing of colleges offering alternative programs, geographic locations, and certificate areas included in each program, go to the Office of College and University Evaluation's Web listing: Institutions with Registered Alternative Teacher Preparation (Transitional B) Programs.