Alternative routes

Alternative teacher certification in Missouri

Missouri 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 Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

ABCTE

Run by: Private organization
Teach while completing: No
Max years: 1
Bachelor's / tests: Yes / Yes

Full requirements Program website

Alternative Professional Education Programs

Run by: College or university
Teach while completing: Yes
Max years: 2
Bachelor's / tests: Yes / Yes

Full requirements Program website7 linked providers

Temporary Authorization Certificate

Run by: State
Teach while completing: Yes
Max years: 3
Bachelor's / tests: Yes / Yes

Full requirements Program website

Missouri teacher certification