Admission requirements for a teaching degree. The University of Phoenix's programs and continuing education courses are geared toward current teachers wishing to earn a Master's Degree or improve their teaching skills. To be considered for the MAED Program or to enroll in our Continuing Education Courses, you must be employed or have access to an organizational environment that allows you to apply the concepts you learn in class. MAED-specific requirements for a teaching degree. The completed and signed University of Phoenix graduate application and an application fee of $45. An undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an institution that is a candidate for accreditation, or a comparable degree from a recognized institution outside of the United States. Official transcripts verifying all course work earned toward the bachelor's degree and any graduate course work attempted. A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 as shown on the degree posted undergraduate transcript. Verification of a minimum of three years of significant full-time, post high school work experience of which 9 months must be instructional experience in a P-12 setting. Students in the MAED/CT program may use instructional experience at a community college, 2-year or 4-year post-secondary institution to meet the work experience requirement.  No previous instructional experience is required for the MAED programs in Adult Education and Distance Learning, Elementary Teacher Education, and Secondary Teacher Education. Current employment. Unemployed applicants must verify access to a suitable work environment in which to complete classroom assignments. For non-native speakers of English, a score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The following may exempt a non-native from having to to take the TOEFL: Successful completion of 30 transferable, academic semester credits at a recognized college of university in the United States. U.S. high school diploma or GED Equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma from a country in which English is the official language Signed enrollment agreement Appropriate access to technology as established by the student Technology recommendations and competencies. Your advisor will guide your application. Since every student is unique and has different needs, University of Phoenix Online assigns an experienced Enrollment Representative to work closely with you to streamline the process of returning to school and meeting the requirements for a teaching degree. If you would like to attend University of Phoenix, simply complete our Information Request Form or give us a call at 1-877-567-9472. The application process, step-by-step. Step 1: Contact University of Phoenix by calling 1-877-567-9472 or click here. Step 2: An Enrollment Representative will provide you with an information packet and answer all your questions regarding requirements for a teaching degree, start dates and the application process. Step 3: After an informal interview with your advisor, you will receive application materials and financial aid forms. Step 4: Submit your application. Step 5: Arrange to pay your fees. Step 6: Your Enrollment Representative will process your application, ship your software, help you order your textbooks and course materials, and get you into class. (Note: Applicants are responsible for ensuring the completion of their admission file and meeting the requirements for a teaching degree. No applicant will be formally accepted for admission until the admission file is complete.) To get started today, complete our Information Request Form or call us at 1-877-567-9472.   :

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