Teacher Certification
The College of Education, Health, and Human Services at UM-Dearborn (CEHHS) can assist qualified persons who hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution to pursue a program of study leading to a recommendation for a Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate-Elementary (COE) or Secondary (COS).
Initial Teacher Certifications
Certificate-Only Elementary Program (COE), Certificate-Only Secondary Program (COS)
A student who already holds a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is able to earn a Michigan Elementary or Secondary Standard Teaching Certificate through one of our "certification-only" programs. Completers of these programs are prepared to be competent, caring and reflective educators who are ready to teach in their chosen teaching area.
Requirements for COE and COS Standard Teaching Certificates:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum, cumulative GPA of a 2.75 posted on the transcript
- Certification-Only Application completed online
Programs for Certified Teachers
Professional Education Certificate (PEC)
CEHHS offers this program for teachers seeking to earn a Professional Education Certificate or to renew their Standard Teaching Certificate.
Enhancement Program (EP)
CEHHS offers this program for teachers who currently hold a Michigan Permanent, Standard or Professional Education Certificate and wish to enhance their certificate with an additional area of preparation or endorsement.
Requirements for PEC and EP:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum, cumulative GPA of a 2.75 posted on the transcript
- PEC or EP Online Application
- Copy of Current Teaching Certificate
- Active State of Michigan Teaching ID (if available)