Books on shelf

Residency Licensure

Mode of Study:
Online
Degree Level:
Undergraduate, Licensure, Non-Degree
Degree Types:
Non-Degree
Department:
Teacher Education
School:
School of Education

Residency Licensure is a program for those who have a degree in a subject area, and are seeking teaching credentials.  To enter Residency Licensure, our program has the following requirements:

  • Candidates must be employed in the field in which they seek certification.  This is verified by a completed RL form from your Human Resources director. 
  • Candidates must have 24 hours of course credit in the area for which they seek certification. Candidates must have completed pedagogy courses required by the state of North Carolina for licensure. 
  • Candidates must have a GPA of 2.70 or greater. 
  • Candidates must pass the Praxis (licensure exam) in their certification area. 
  • Candidates must take and pass edTPA, (professional portfolio) while enrolled at Catawba. 
  • Candidates must complete the internship and professional seminar courses and must be currently employed to support this coursework. 
  • Coursework is offered in hybrid and online formats, with some classes being offered during the summer.  

Once you complete your Catawba application,  please submit copies of your transcripts to admission@catawba.edu. 

We will evaluate your transcripts and formulate a plan of coursework to meet your needs.

For further information, please contact Dr. Larry Carter, Director of Residency Licensure. Birth-Kindergarten candidates should contact Dr. Donna James, BK Program Coordinator.

We look forward to working with you!