Practitioner Occupational License
Individuals applying for the Practitioner Occupational Teacher License must meet the following criteria:
- Be formally admitted to or have completed a state-approved educator preparation program
- Be recommended by the state-approved educator preparation program
- Be a high school graduate or have college credit
- Meet industry certification requirements
- Meet the Occupational Endorsement Aligned Requirements
In addition to meeting the criteria, candidates should submit the following to the Tennessee Department of Education:
- Verification of work experience
- Occupational qualification sheet
- Official transcript
- Industry certification (if required)
Program of Study
The program of study requires 12 hours at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
| Undergraduate Level Courses | Graduate Level Courses |
|---|---|
|
SPED 2000: Foundation of Exceptional Learner |
SPED 7000: Introduction of Exceptional Learners |
|
ICL 4001: Teaching in Diverse Environment |
ICL 7709: Urban Learning Environment |
|
LITL 4241: Literacy in Grades 4-8 |
ICL 7059: Models of Instruction |
|
IDT 3600: Technology Integration in the Classroom |
LITL 7545: Reading Across the Subjects |
Important Websites
For information on fee payments, visit the University & Student Business Service.
To find classes, please follow the instructions provided by the Registrar's Office under "Class Offerings." (Class schedules are available online, usually one month before registration opens.)
For information on how to register for courses, please view the Registration Quick Guide. (Before registering for courses, you must call 901-678-2377 so the "Alternate PIN" can be cleared by an advisor.)