WGU Washington Online Teachers College
Teachers College
Meet the challenges set forth by WGU Washington—strive to become a skilled and qualified teacher. Our affordable NCATE-accredited degree programs offer the flexibility of an online environment while providing a quality education. Current and aspiring teachers alike will benefit from our degree programs and their newfound ability to achieve greater excellence in the classroom. Learn more about teaching in Washington.
Programs leading to teacher certification in Washington
- BA Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
- BA Early Childhood Education
- BA Special Education (K-12)
- BA Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
- BA Science (5-9)
- BA Science (Chemistry, 5-12)
- BA Science (Physics, 5-12)
- BA Science (Biological Science (5-12)
- BA Science (Geosciences, 5-12)
- Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation, Elementary Education (K-8)
- Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
- Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation, Science (5-9 or 5-12)
- Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation, Social Science (5-12)
- MA Teaching, Elementary Education (K-8)
- MA Teaching, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
- MA Teaching, Science (5-9 or 5-12)
- MA Teaching, Social Science (5-12)
Master's programs for licensed teachers in Washington
- MS Curriculum and Instruction
- MS Special Education (K-12)
- MS Educational Leadership
- MA English Language Learning/English as a Second Language (PreK-12)
- M.Ed. Instructional Design
- M.Ed. Learning and Technology
- MA Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12)
- MA Science Education (5-9)
- MA Science Education (Chemistry, 5-12)
- MA Science Education (Physics, 5-12)
- MA Science Education (Biological Science, 5-12)
- MA Science Education (Geosciences, 5-12)
- Endorsement Preparation Program, English Language Learning (PreK-12)
- Endorsement Preparation Program, Educational Leadership
NCATE Accreditation
In concordance with Western Governors University, WGU Washington’s online teaching degrees are approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). WGU is the first exclusively online university to receive this distinction on the path to teaching licensure. NCATE-accredited programs allow our graduates to “have the knowledge and skills to be effective in helping all students learn.”
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Become a licensed teacher in Washington
As part of Western Governors University, WGU Washington’s teaching degree programs are regionally, nationally, and NCATE accredited. Our distinguished degree programs will effectively prepare you for Washington teaching certification and licensure.
Learn more about teaching in Washington.
"The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is pleased that WGU will be helping expand access to educational opportunity in Washington. This new university will provide an important option by offering working adults in Washington another way to get a quality college degree—one that measures learning rather than time spent in class and puts student success at the center of everything it does."
—Hilary Pennington
Director of Education, Postsecondary Success, and Special Initiatives, U.S. Program
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
"WGU has been the perfect solution for me as it is very affordable, flexible, and responsive to my needs with their extensive mentor system. I have received excellent support at every turn and with this help I expect to graduate in 2 years instead of the usual 4 while still being able to provide for my family."
—Scott Fladgard
College of Business Student, Kingston, WA
"A key aspect of WGU is how you can credibly use work experience to enhance your education experience. By demonstrating my competency in a subject, I know I will be well prepared for my career."
—Jim Parker
College of Business Student, Kirkland, WA
