Teacher Education Program

Special Academic Programs

WNC offers introductory courses in teacher education that can transfer to universities or colleges that offer a bachelor's degree in education including the University of Nevada, Reno and/or Nevada State College. These courses offer students a chance to prepare for a career in education. Successful completion of this set of courses allows individuals to transfer with the emerging skills to thrive in a four-year program. Outcomes and performance-based assessments include portfolios and lesson plan presentations. Through a well-established partnership with local schools, field experiences are an integral and early part of all teacher preparation courses so that students can begin honing their skills in an authentic setting. These courses can also be used to gain a substitute license or by paraprofessionals needing to qualify under "No Child Left Behind" legislation.

Students can transfer to NSC and take classes at WNC campuses and online to earn a bachelor's degree and certification in elementary education.

They may also transfer to UNR to pursue a bachelor's degree and certification in:

• Elementary Education
• Special Education/Dual (SPED/Elem)
• Secondary Education (Middle/High School)