School of Education FAQs

    What are the requirements to become a teacher in Georgia?

    Has the GGC Educator Preparation Program been approved by the state?

    Yes. The School of Education Educator Preparation Program has been approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission and nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. 

    Are there any special tests I need to take to be admitted into a program?

    Yes, you must provide official scores from ACCUPLACER, ACT or SAT.

    ACCUPLACER

    • Next-Generation Reading – Score of 236 or higher
    • Next-Generation Writing – Score of 3 or higher
    • Next-Generation Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics – Score of 237 or higher

    ACT

    • ACT English Exam – 16 or higher
    • ACT Math Exam – 16 or higher

    SAT

    • SAT Reading/Writing Exam – 450 or higher
    • SAT Math Exam – 450 or higher

    How do I apply to the educator preparation program?

    Students apply for admission to the School of Education during their sophomore year. Details regarding the application process are available from faculty or from the School of Education office and by reviewing the admission criteria.

    Can I study part-time?

    Part-time study options are not available in the School of Education Educator Preparation Program. Please contact the School of Education at @email or 678.407.5603 with questions.

    I want to teach and already have a bachelor’s degree. Can I just take courses toward certification to teach?

    There are several pathways available in Georgia for attaining certification if you hold a bachelor’s degree. We would be glad to discuss those options with you. Please contact the School of Education at @email or 678.407.5603 for assistance.

    Can I transfer education courses that I have taken at other colleges to GGC?

    Typically, education courses taken at other colleges are not transferable to GGC. However, there may be instances in which this may be allowed. Please contact the School of Education at @email or 678.407.5603 for assistance. 

    Email Inquiries

    @email
    Academic degrees and endorsement programs

    @email (or assigned faculty mentor)
    Program completion, academic advising, mentoring, oral interview process, etc.

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    Educator Preparation Program (EPP) and admission process

    @email
    Field and clinical experience requirements and process; and pre-service and initial certification application process