Certification Area: English Language Arts and Reading (8-12)
Requirements for the English Language Arts and Reading (8-12) teaching certificate include the professional education courses listed above, the content course requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree in English, and the guided electives listed below. See an advisor in the Department of Languages and Literature in the College of Arts and Sciences for specific degree requirements.
Guided ElectivesRequired for teacher certification.
A minimum grade point average of 2.0 in all specialization courses, including a 2.0 at UT Tyler is required. Prospective teachers must achieve a grade of "C" or better in all courses leading to certification. For further information regarding certification, see an advisor in the School of Education.