College of Education
Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Licensure
Bring your existing degree and subject knowledge into the classroom. Build instructional skills through coursework and student teaching as you work toward Ohio licensure for grades 7–12.
Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Licensure at Findlay
Why study Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Licensure at Findlay?
Work toward teaching a subject in grades 7–12 through Findlay’s Adolescent Young Adult Licensure pathway. The program is intended for eligible bachelor’s degree holders seeking a teaching credential.
- Build on your prior degree. Take required education courses and, when needed, additional content coursework for your licensure area.
- Practice in schools. Complete a six-week methods field experience and a full semester of student teaching.
- Consider graduate study. The pathway describes five additional graduate courses toward a Master of Arts in Education.
Candidates must meet applicable Ohio testing and licensure requirements. Teaching eligibility in another state depends on that state’s rules.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Licensure by the Numbers
30+
Required credits
Listed for the Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Licensure program.
College of Education
At a Glance
College
College of Education
Degree
AYA Licensure
Format
On-Campus or Online
Required credits
30+ Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Candidates take the required education courses, depending on the undergraduate degree more content courses may be required. Teacher candidates must pass the Ohio Assessments for Educators tests in content and pedagogy. A master’s degree can be added with five additional courses.
Candidates complete a six-week all day everyday methods experience and a full semester of student teaching.
opportunities
Hands-On Experience
Candidates complete a six-week all day everyday methods experience and a full semester of student teaching.
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Careers
The AYA Licensure pathway supports degree holders seeking to teach their subject in grades 7–12. Eligibility for a teaching assignment depends on the approved licensure area and state requirements.
- Middle school subject-area teacher
- High school subject-area teacher
- Private secondary school teacher
- Subject-area tutor
Explore related occupations and typical entry requirements in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for high school teachers and middle school teachers.
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University of Findlay’s College of Education is accredited by recognized regional and national bodies, ensuring your degree holds weight with employers and institutions nationwide. The College of Education holds national accreditation through CAEP.
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