All teacher education certification programs are approved by the Alabama State Department of Education. Students seeking teacher certification should refer to the specific program for eligibility and program completion requirements. Only those students who are properly admitted to an approved teacher certification program and complete all current requirements will be recommended for certification.<br><br>The purpose of all certification programs in the College of Education is to develop practicing master teachers, instructional support personnel, and education specialists who more effectively serve students in P-12 settings. As master teachers, instructional support personnel, and education specialists, they participate as leaders in their schools and contribute to their profession.<br><br>College of Education students in Troy Global Campus must meet all specialized accreditation requirements to be classified as graduates of specialized accredited programs (CAEP, CACREP and CORE). Up to 12 hours of coursework completed at a site/university without appropriate specialized accreditation may be considered for application toward program completion.