Route 1 is for classified instructional employees with an associate’s degree or AADTA, looking to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in Education as well as certification for Washington State. It can be completed in seven quarters with optional SPED, bilingual or ELL endorsements available.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Route 2","copy":"
Route 2 is for classified staff with a bachelor’s degree or higher, looking to receive certification. It can be completed in four quarters.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Route 3","copy":"
Route 3 is for “career changers” with a bachelor’s degree or higher, looking to receive certification. It can be completed in four quarters.<\/p>\n
Note: It is not necessary to be currently employed for this option.<\/em><\/p>\n"},{"label":"Route 4","copy":" Route 4 is for district staff with a bachelor’s degree or higher employed on conditional or emergency certificates, looking to receive certification. It can be completed in four quarters.<\/p>\n"}],"component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"catalog-degree","module_background_color":"white","degree_url":"https:\/\/catalog.ewu.edu\/ps\/se\/transition-to-teaching-bae\/","show_curriculum_and_requirements":true,"replace_curriculum_and_requirements_text":false,"curriculum_and_requirements_replacement_text":"","show_general_education":false,"show_plan_of_study":true,"show_student_learning_outcomes":false,"additional_sections":false,"component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"copy-with-image","layout":"small-image","show_left":false,"module_background_color":"off-white","title":"Applied Learning Opportunities","copy":" Transition to Teaching tuition is $250\/credit hour.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"What is the estimated cost to complete the program?","copy":" For the 2025-2026 school year, the price ranges from $18,000 – $23,400 depending on program completion<\/p>\n"},{"label":"What endorsements will be offered?","copy":" Currently we offer Elementary, English Language Learners (ELL), Bilingual, and Special Education (SPED).<\/p>\n"},{"label":"When will the new cohort begin?","copy":" The new cohort will begin coursework during summer quarter.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"How much time will an endorsement add to my time in the program?","copy":" The average time is two additional quarters.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"What certification does this program provide?","copy":" This program prepares candidates for recommendation to certification in Washington State, grades K-8 Elementary Education.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Will a secondary certificate be available?","copy":" Currently, secondary certification is not available within this program.<\/p>\n After obtaining K-8 certification, several endorsement areas are available through content test only, please refer to the OSPI website to see which subjects fall under the test only category.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"How is the program structured?","copy":" This program follows a hybrid model. Candidates will meet monthly at a centralized location for 2-8 days and all other coursework will be completed online.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Where are classes held?","copy":" Depending upon the location of the school, classes are held either in Spokane or will alternate between Wenatchee and Moses Lake.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"What alternatives are available for payment other than financial aid?","copy":" A candidate is encouraged to apply for financial aid, however depending upon individual circumstances they may qualify for a scholarship or grant support. If you work for one of our partner districts, please contact us at altroute@ewu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n EWU students may also consider a loan.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Is fingerprinting required for participation in the program?","copy":" Yes, it is necessary in the State of Washington for participants in teacher certification programs to have a background check through the Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Fingerprint clearance is valid for two years.<\/p>\n For further information, please see our Certification page<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"Do test scores need to be provided on the application?","copy":" You are asked to provide the score you received on the West B, or the score you received on the ACT or SAT if any portion of the West B was waived.<\/p>\n If you do not have the scores available, you may leave the test scores blank. You will be contacted by a program administrator for guidance in obtaining your scores and sending the results to Eastern Washington University’s Admission Office.<\/p>\n"},{"label":"How do I submit test scores?","copy":" In addition to the scores provided on the admission application, you are required to provide official results. Please note that the following cannot<\/strong> be considered as official results:<\/p>\n Official results must be sent to EWU Admission’s Office directly by the testing facility or a school counselor. Please contact the school you attended or the testing facility and request that they send the official results.<\/p>\n"}],"component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}}],"primary_content_copy":" The Transition to Teaching Program provides formal instruction and certification for individuals who are currently employed in a Washington State K-12 school, or individuals with a degree who desire to become full-time teachers. Our alternative-route program allows you to build upon previous education and work experience to reduce the time and cost of the program. We offer four routes to certification. Coursework depends on the route you choose and your previous studies.<\/p>\n For further information or questions, please contact altroute@ewu.edu.<\/a><\/p>\n The Transition to Teaching application is now open <\/strong>for the 2026-2027 cohort! Apply here.<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: the application is a combined application for EWU and for the Transition to Teaching program. You must be accepted to EWU to be considered for Transition to Teaching.<\/em><\/p>\n The T2T program is an Undergraduate program so when submitting your application, please select the Undergraduate<\/strong> option, even if you already have a bachelor\u2019s degree. Apply as a Transfer student<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When selecting your Academic Plan within the application please select the following options:<\/p>\n Route 1:<\/p>\n Route 2\/3\/4:<\/p>\n *We do have a rural cohort that alternates meeting in Wenatchee and Moses Lake, however since only our program offers this delivery location, the EWU application doesn\u2019t have this as a selectable option. This selection DOES NOT commit you to participating on campus in Cheney\/Spokane!<\/em><\/p>\n\n
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April 1, 2026<\/del><\/strong>.\u00a0Update! Application deadline has been extended to\u00a0April 15, 2026!<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n