Alternative Certification
The Alternative Certification Program is designed for individuals who have recently accepted a teaching position and are not currently certified. Individuals in this program can obtain their certification at the Secondary or Middle School levels as well as in K-12 certification exploratory areas or in Special Education.
We believe…
All school children deserve quality teachers who enjoy teaching.
Our goal…
To produce high quality teachers for both urban and rural classrooms.
Our program…
- Meets Missouri certification requirements
- Includes some graduate credit
- Offers classes in Maryville, Liberty (Kansas City Center), via Interactive Television to certain sites, and online
- Meets one night per week in the first year
- Is designed for a working teacher
Explore our site and call 816.364.5000 or email altcert@nwmissouri.edu with any additional questions. We hope to hear from you.
