Teacher Academy Class Information

Length of Course

1 Year

Sessions Offered

Morning: 8:00 - 10:00 or 8:00 - 10:45 (depending on the high school)
Afternoon 12:00 - 2:00 or 12:00 - 2:45 (depending on the high school)

State of Michigan Curriculum Segments

Human Growth & Development
Instructional Strategies
Diversity and Ethics
Communication/Collaboration
Classroom Management
Health and Safety
Learning Environments
Professional Responsibility
Applied Learning/Experience
Legal Issues
Curriculum Planning/Assessment

Certifications

CPR/First Aid

High School Credit

Credit is earned at the local high schools when the course is completed. Students may be eligible to earn 4th year math-related credit, VPAA credit, and credit for an online learning experience. Check with your counselor for the number of credits your high school offers for this class.

Student Leadership

Teacher Academy students have the opportunity for leadership, competition, and community service through membership in a local career/technical student organization.