Transition to Teaching
Online licensure path for the working teacher
Across the country, many teachers are moving into classrooms with little to no educator preparation. Others are working in support positions in schools and want to transition into a certified position, but can’t take time off to go back to school. This version of Goshen College’s accredited Transition to Teaching program is tailor-made for these professionals.
Our program blends synchronous and asynchronous online classes to offer a course of study that is engaging, manageable, and relevant to classroom life. Our experienced faculty—all of whom have taught in P-12 settings—will provide support and guidance for teachers’ current school contexts while also creating a strong foundation on which teachers will build their practice. By taking one course at a time and completing all field work in their own schools, participants can earn a permanent instructional license in 16 – 20 months.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (K-6) Course Plan
FALL
Introduction to Teaching (2 credits): First seven weeks, synchronous Zoom
Psychology of Learning (2 credits): Second seven weeks, synchronous Zoom
SPRING
Elementary Methods and Environments (4 credits): Full semester, synchronous Zoom
SUMMER
Introduction to Special Education (3 credits): Seven weeks, asynchronous with weekly deadlines
Elementary Math Methods (2 credits): Seven weeks, asynchronous with weekly deadlines
FALL
Developmental Literacy (3 credits): First seven weeks, synchronous Zoom
Literacy: Diagnosis and Assessment (3 credits): Second seven weeks, synchronous Zoom
SPRING
Capstone Teaching (4-5 credits): Minimum ten weeks full-time teaching plus capstone projects; no synchronous meeting times
Secondary Education (5-12) Course Plan
FALL
Introduction to Teaching (2 credits): First seven weeks, synchronous Zoom
Psychology of Learning (2 credits): Second seven weeks, synchronous Zoom
SPRING
Curriculum and Instruction I (3 credits): Full semester, synchronous Zoom
SUMMER
Introduction to Special Education (3 credits): Seven weeks, asynchronous with weekly deadlines
Curriculum and Instruction II (3 credits): Seven weeks, asynchronous with weekly deadlines
FALL
Capstone Teaching (4-5 credits): Minimum ten weeks full-time teaching plus capstone projects; no synchronous meeting times
Cost and Financing
The adult and continuing studies rate for 2024-25 is $510 per credit hour.
To assist with payment, check out these resources:
- 10% tuition discount for Goshen College alumni
- 15% tuition discount for “affinity partners”–ask if your employer is an affinity partner
- Indiana Transition to Teaching Scholarship
- Jane Fryer McConaughy Memorial Scholarship
- Online monthly payment plan
Contact us
Suzanne Ehst
Professor of Education
Director of Secondary Education
Core Curriculum Director
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(574) 535-7875
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Church-Chapel 106
Kathy Meyer Reimer
Professor of Education
Director of Elementary Student Teaching
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(574) 535-7443
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Church-Chapel 115C
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept transfer credits? Yes, we will accept up to two courses from an accredited institution if they were passed with a C or better and map onto courses in our program.
Can I apply if I’m teaching out of state? Yes. Prior to enrolling, we will work with you to confirm that you will be able to transfer our Indiana license to your state. At completion, we’ll guide you through the license transfer process.
Does my teaching count for coursework? Generally no. We need to address state standards through credited coursework. During the final capstone teaching, we do reduce the required credits by one for those teaching in their own classrooms.