Undergrad Programs Leading to Teacher Certification

Our department offers two certification programs leading to licensure/certification:

• Family and Consumer Sciences Education

• Inclusive Early Childhood Education: Birth to Grade 3

For new or transfer students seeking licensure/certification for teaching in Nebraska:

Admission to the University:
Admission to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is based on a student's demonstrated academic preparation for university-level work. All first-time students and transfer applicants must submit an admission application, an official high-school transcript and official transcripts from all post secondary institutions attended, standardized test scores from the testing agency (first-year students), GED scores (if applicable), and a $45 non-refundable application fee.

Admission to the licensure program:
After taking classes at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for at least one year, students must apply to be admitted to the FCS certification/licensure program. Requirements are listed below.

1. Completion of at least 6 hours in Education and Human Sciences.
2. Tentative long range plan approved by advisor.
3. Overall GPA of 2.50. Only University of Nebraska-Lincoln courses will be used to determine GPA.
4. Demonstration of competence in basic skills (reading, writing, and math) as evidenced by a passing score on an accepted basic skills test (PPST Pre Professional Skills Test).

Transferring credits to UNL:
Some community colleges in Nebraska have articulated agreements with UNL that allow students to obtain up to 66 hours of credit toward courses from the community college in their degree area. Courses are equivalent in some cases and or can be substituted for other courses at UNL. See your community college advisor for information about those agreements.

Click here for courses from other Nebraska colleges that have been approved for transfer credit.