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Teacher Education Application

The application requires that you read and agree to several documents. Be sure that you understand the contents of these documents before submitting your application.

Student Field Experience Waiver

The student field experience waiver describes the roles and purposes of field experiences, establishes the consequences of inappropriate conduct, clarifies the risks and students’ responsibilities for field experiences, and releases the University from liability.

STUDENT FIELD EXPERIENCE WAIVER

LIABILITY INSURANCE INFORMATION

Students are encouraged to secure personal teacher liability insurance available through a variety of organizations.  Some of these options are listed below.  For those candidates who are still covered by their parents’ insurance, you should consult them about that coverage to see if it is sufficient.

  • Student – Arkansas Education Association
  • Arkansas State Teachers Association
  • Christian Educators Association International
  • Council for Exceptional Children
  • Association of American Educators
Affidavit for Admission to Teacher Education

The affidavit for admission to teacher education details the expectations and conditions for students in the UCA teacher education program.  This document also informs students of the background check requirements for admission and licensure.  For a list of disqualifying offenses, click here.

AFFIDAVIT FOR ADMISSION TO TEACHER EDUCATION

Retention and Other Policies in the Teacher Education Program

This document describes policies and procedures related to the teacher education program and includes the appeals policy for admission, retention, and field placement decisions.

RETENTION AND OTHER POLICIES IN THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM

Click Here to Begin the Application

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