General Requirements for Admission to Phase II

(Do Not Self-Advise!  Review your requirements and plans to complete them with an Academic Advisor)

• English 1000 with a "C-" or higher
• College Algebra or equivalent with a "C-" or higher
• Communications 1200 or equivalent with a "C-" or higher (or competency in oral proficiency as demonstrated by successfully passing the Principles of Public Speaking - DSST exam)
• Currently a College of Education Student
• Demonstration of competence of Phase I learning markers as demonstrated by satisfactory completion of Phase I courses (TDP 11XX: Orientation, grade of "S"; TDP 2005 and TDP 2044, grade of "S" in each course; TDP 2000 and TDP 2040, grade of "C" (2.000) or higher in each course)
• Minimum MU GPA and overall cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.750 or higher
• Minimum passing score on each subset of the CBASE of 235 or higher
• Possession of characteristics associated with effective performance in a professional role at the level and major selected
• Satisfactory completion of additional courses that may be required for specific majors (see below)
• Completion of online Application for Progression into Phase II and any required supplementary materials

   

• Additional requirements as approved by the faculty for areas with enrollment limitations which currently are: Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Middle School Social Studies, Secondary Social Studies, Secondary English/Language Arts, and Special Education.

Be Qualified for Phase II...

• Go beyond your coursework. Visit MU Serves to volunteer with youth. Consider working for Jumpstart or Adventure Club. Babysitting, coaching, tutoring, and mentoring are all considered great experience.
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• Keep your grades up. Visit the Student Success Center to find out about tutoring and other services.
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• Go outside the box. Consider studying or volunteering abroad. Visit the International Center for more info. Sophomore year is a good time for going abroad.
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• Get connected. Join an education organization or MU organization. Network through professional organizations related to your certification area.