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FAQs for Secondary/All-Level Students

How do I obtain Secondary or All-Level Certification?

You will major in the subject you wish to teach. You can view the certification areas we offer at the undergraduate
level here. When you are close to completing the course requirements for your major, you will begin taking Education
coursework. The number of hours of Education coursework will vary depending on your certification area. In your final
semester or two before graduating you will complete your field experience requirements and take your certification exams.

What certification areas do you offer?

You can view our certification areas here.

Where should I start?

You must first apply to UT Arlington; you can check the Admissions website for more information. Once you are
admitted, you should make an appointment with your content advisor. That advisor will be able to provide you a degree
plan and let you know what courses you have remaining for that degree. Once you are close to completing those course
requirements, you should make an appointment with a Education advisor.

What requirements must I meet before I can take Education courses?

You can review Education program admission requirements here: admission requirements.

How do I sign up to take the THEA?

You can register online to take the THEA at the THEA website.

Testing Services at UT Arlington also offers the THEA Quick Test to students who are unable to register for a regular
test date. You can read more about the THEA on the Testing Services website.

What should I do before I meet with a Education advisor?

Before meeting with an Education advisor, you should:

     1. take the THEA exam and meet our minimum score requirements (see previous two questions);
     2. be aware of your GPA; and
     3. make sure the Office of Records has your most current official transcripts.

Completing these things will make advising and clearance much smoother.

How do I get clearance for Education courses?

You must contact a College of Education advisor for clearance for Education courses. We typically require that you make
an appointment, though in certain situations it is possible to e-mail for clearance. Please check the clearance page for
current clearance information.

When do I need to apply for Field Experience?

Applications must be submitted to the Office of Professional Development. The application deadline for Fall 
Field Experience is usually March 1. The application deadline for Spring Field Experience is usually October 1. All questions regarding field
placement should be directed to the Office of Professional Development at 817-272-2831. For more information, please
visit the Office of Professional Development webpage.

Additionally, you must have your content advisor complete an Field Experience Approval Form before you can be cleared for
Field Experience courses.

What is the Educational Aide Exemption Program?

Please view this page for information regarding the EAE program: Educational Aide Exemption.

Once I am through with the program, how do I obtain my certification?

Please view this page for information regarding certification: applying to SBEC.

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