College of Education & Health Professions

University West, Suite 228
3007 N Ben Wilson, Victoria Texas 77901
Phone: 361.570.4371 | Fax: 361.580.5580
Email: eduadvising@tamuv.edu
Website: tamuv.edu/education/

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Mission

The mission of the College of Education & Health Professions is to contribute to the total educational experience of candidates enrolled at the Texas A&M University-Victoria. In teaching, research, and service the college’s faculty is committed to preparing qualified professionals for varied educational roles, teaching, counseling, and administration. The College of Education & Health Professions promotes an educational system responsive to the challenges of a modern society.

See the college’s goals  for more information. 

Certification and Supplements

The following certifications and supplements are offered through the College of Education & Health Professions with the degrees being awarded through the Colleges of Liberal Arts & Social Science or College of Business. Consult theTeacher Education Records Office or refer to Requirements for Specific Certifications later in this section of the catalog for complete information.

Post-Baccalaureate candidates seeking Initial Certification or Supplemental Certifications must have a deficiency plan or certification plan on file in the Educator Preparation Office (EPO).

Important Notice on Certification: All eligible students seek teacher certification from the Texas Education Agency. Eligibility to seek certification is approved through the College of Education & Health Professions Educator Preparation Office.

Candidates seeking teacher certification from the Texas Education Agency will be subject to additional and/or new requirements as set forth by legislative mandates or action taken by the Texas Education Agency.

Admission to a teacher certification program is admission to a professional program and is separate and apart from admission to the university.

Educator Preparation Office (EPO)

Mission: The mission of the Educator Preparation Office is to ensure positive communication to graduate, undergraduate, and post-baccalaureate candidates seeking degrees and/or certification in an ever changing field.

The Educator Preparation Office in the College of Education & Health Professions is a service area for all candidates seeking an education degree and/or teacher/educator certification. The Certification Analysts provide preliminary advising on degree plans as well as teacher/educator certification plans for Graduate, Undergraduate and Post-baccalaureate candidates.

Teacher Certification

Individuals planning to teach in accredited Texas schools must obtain a Texas teaching certificate. Texas A&M University-Victoria and the College of Education & Health Professions offer bachelor’s degree programs which meet the Texas Education Agency certification requirements. Upon completion of the requirements for certain degrees in teacher education, the individual may be eligible to apply for certification. Candidates that hold a degree in a specific content area may be eligible to complete a teacher certification program as a post-baccalaureate.

Since May 1, 1986, in order to be approved for teacher certification or any graduate level certification, applicants, including those holding valid out-of-state certificates, have been required to achieve a satisfactory level of performance on examination prescribed by the State Board of Education. The current test is the Texas Examination of Educator Standards (TExES).

Teacher Certification Application
This certification process applies to ALL education candidates seeking initial and supplemental certifications from the Texas Education Agency.

Application for graduation and application for certification are different processes. They must be applied for separately and have different requirements.

1. Once all requirements are met, the candidate will apply directly to the Texas Education Agency at www.tea.state.tx.us/. Candidates are responsible for updating and maintaining current information on the SBEC/TEA website (www.tea.state.tx.us).
2. A fee, payable to the Texas Education Agency, is required for each application.
3. After the candidate applies and pays the fee, the university will then recommend the student to the state for the appropriate certification.

If an out-of-state or out-of-country teaching certificate is held, the candidate should call the Texas Education Agency support center for information at 512-463-9734.

Students seeking EC - 6, 4 - 8, and Secondary Certifications must participate in the TExES Academy . 

The university does not award academic course credit for experiential learning or life experience. As specified by the state, certain kinds of experience may be credited toward fulfilling certification requirements in Education.

Graduate Programs

Master’s programs in the College of Education and Health Professions prepare students for advanced roles through rigorous academics and practical experience.

Visit the following link for more information about Graduate Program Degrees .