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Undergraduate Certification

SFA offers many certification programs for teachers and other school personnel.  To view a list of certification programs, click on the Areas of Certification.

To become a certified teacher you must:

  1. Determine your eligibility for the Teacher Education Program. Eligibility Requirements
  2. Apply to SFA Teacher Education Program Undergraduate Application (see below, additional fees required).
  3. Successfully complete your coursework in general education, academic content area, and pedagogy.
  4. Demonstrate content knowledge and professional proficiency on the TExES State Exams. Test Information
  5. Complete field experiences including internship and Student teaching. (field experience)
  6. Apply for your teaching certificate through the State Board of Educator Certification.


Contact 936-468-2903 with questions concerning certification.

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