Information for

Beacon Program

The Beacon program is a certification program designed so that students can graduate with a baccalaureate degree in their content area as well as certification in their grade level. Students will complete all degree and certification requirements at the undergraduate level.

Students seeking certification to teach will declare a major in their content area (i.e. Math, History, English, Science) and a minor in Education. Certification students must apply and be accepted into the Teacher Certification Program before enrolling in EDUC 300 or above. Students graduating from this program will be certified to teach in Missouri at the elementary, middle, or secondary school level.

Certification available in the following areas:


View general requirements and information about the Teacher Certification Program.