Alternative routes

Alternative teacher certification in Louisiana

Louisiana reports 3 alternative routes to Title II. Alternative routes let people who did not complete a traditional education degree earn a teaching credential, often while teaching.

Credential rules change. Confirm current requirements with Louisiana Department of Education.

Certification-Only Program

Run by: College or university, School district, Private organization
Teach while completing: Yes
Max years: 3
Bachelor's / tests: Yes / Yes

Full requirements Program website13 linked providers

Master's Degree Program

Run by: College or university
Teach while completing: Yes
Max years: 4
Bachelor's / tests: Yes / Yes

Full requirements Program website15 linked providers

Practitioner Teacher Program

Run by: College or university, School district, Private organization
Teach while completing: Yes
Max years: 3
Bachelor's / tests: Yes / Yes

Full requirements Program website4 linked providers

Louisiana teacher certification