Educator Licensure
Tougaloo College’s School of Education teacher education programs and courses are approved by the state of Mississippi and accredited by SACSCOC. Tougaloo College’s School of Education offers programs and courses that help prepare individuals for educator licensure in Mississippi. Obtaining educator licensure is a multi-step process. Educator licensure requirements in all states typically include, but are not limited to, the following requirements:
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree program
- Completion and clearance of a background check
- Submission of college transcripts
- Passing of required educator licensure exams and basic skills tests
Tougaloo College’s School of Education has additional requirements before graduation such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Successful completion of community service
- Successful completion of field experiences and clinical practices
- Passing of competency and proficiency examinations
- Successful completion of a capstone (such as research and portfolio)
Upon successful completion of the teacher education program at Tougaloo College, the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) issues professional licensure and recognition to individuals who meet all state requirements and qualifications.
Reciprocity of a Mississippi teaching license is determined by individual states and entities. If you seek licensure in a state other than Mississippi, contact the College’s Recommending Officer to determine whether a program meets licensure requirements in another state.
Recommending Officer for Educator Licensure
Vicki Davidson, Ph.D.
(601) 977-7744 | vdavidson@tougaloo.edu
Please visit the Mississippi Department of Education’s website for the most up-to-date information.
Mississippi Department of Education
Mississippi Educator Licensure
https://www.mdek12.org/licensure
Guidelines for Mississippi Educator Licensure K-12 (January 2024)
How to Add an Endorsement to Your License
https://www.mdek12.org/OEL/How-to-Add-an-Endorsement-to-your-license