Program Details

This program for future educators of grades 7-12 focuses on schools as institutions that enhance social justice and equity.
Location:
Portland, United States
Program Type:
Full Degree
Degree Level:
Master
Specialty:
Secondary Education

Program Overview

Program Description:
Lewis & Clark offers an outstanding 12- to13-month program that leads to an initial teaching license and a master's degree and a 15-month program that leads to the license, degree, and an ESOL or ESOL/Bilingual endorsement. Our preservice program for new teachers emphasizes the following: Dynamic learning environments that foster caring, equity, and inclusion and promote diverse perspectives; classroom experiences characterized by intellectual debate, a rigorous learning atmosphere, intellectual growth, and a dedication to social justice; educational experiences that cultivate connections between learners and their communities; school and classroom environments designed to eliminate the impact of societal and institutional barriers to academic success and personal growth for all students. Candidates for the MAT: Middle Level/High School programs must choose a content area: Art, Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Science, Language Arts, Mathematics, Physics, or Social Studies.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:
Lewis & Clark is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Graduate programs in education and counseling psychology are approved and accredited by the appropriate associations and agencies including: Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs CACREP, Commission on Accreditation for Marriage & Family Therapy Education COAMFTE, National Association of School Psychologists NASP, National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education NCATE*, Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists OBLPCT, Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission TSPC.
Financial Aid:
Yes
Requirements:
Candidates for MAT programs must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or the foreign equivalent; provide essays, resume, official transcripts, basic skills test scores. Content area proficiency must be demonstrated. Prior experience with children or youth required.
International Requirements:
Candidates for MAT programs must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or the foreign equivalent; provide essays, resume, official transcripts, basic skills test scores. Content area proficiency must be demonstrated. Prior experience with children or youth required. Must also demonstrate English proficiency.