Teacher Coordinator of Work Based Learning

Complete a license in coordinating work-based educational opportunities for high school students. This nine-credit graduate-level license program will give you the credentials you need to guide high school students in work-based learning programs. This license is for grades 9-12. Request a calendar of course schedule from a Graduate School admission advisor.

• Fully online with optional opportunities to meet your instructor and fellow learners
• Designed for teachers with a current Minnesota K-12 or 5-12 teaching license
• Nine graduate-level semester credits
• Credits can be applied toward Bethel's M.A. in Education K-12 program

Admission Requirements

The Teacher Coordinator of Work-Based Learning license program will consider applicants who:

• Submit a completed Application for Admission form with the nonrefundable $25 application fee.
• Submit official transcripts showing an earned baccalaureate degree and official transcripts from all graduate schools attended.
• Have earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Have earned an undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale.
• Submit a copy of a current or most recent Minnesota teaching license for grades 5-12 or K-12.
• Complete a minimum of one year of teaching experience.
• Submit a written Statement of Purpose.
• Submit Employment Verification as a teacher or of relevant teaching experience.
• Submit two professional Admission References.
• Submit a Computer Documentation form. Applicants are required to document access to a computer with the required hardware and software for use throughout the program (see: application materials for specific requirements).
• Submit a Request for Transfer of Credit, if applicable.
• Submit a TOEFL examination score report (required of all international applicants and all applicants whose primary language is not English). A minimum score of 550 is required on the paper-based test; 213 on the computer-based test; or 80 on the internet-based test.
• Indicate acceptance of Bethel Community Expectations by signing the application form.

NOTE: Additional requirements apply for international students.

Tuition

Tuition is $425 per credit (September 2009- August2010)

Method of Payment

Tuition is charged on a per-credit basis and varies based on the program of study. Tuition is billed to student accounts once students have been registered for their courses. Full payment is due at the beginning of each course. Statements of student accounts are printed and mailed each month to students. Current charges, as well as future charges, are included on the monthly billing statements. A finance charge of one percent per month is assessed on any charge more than 30 days old. 

Courses

EDUC705 • History and Advancement of Work-Based Learning (2 credits)

Study of the history and progress of work-based learning. Examination of the federal and state legislation that applies to the field. Knowledge and tools that teacher coordinators will use to turn students' work experiences into meaningful learning experiences. One of three courses needed for the Teacher Coordinator of Work-Based Learning License. Learners must successfully complete this course before taking EDUC709.

EDUC707 • Designing School-Based Instruction for Work-Based Learning Programs (3 credits)
Learners design instruction for work-based programs that connects students' school experiences to the world of work. Current employment trends. The role of human resources in an organization. Career and technical student organizations. One of three courses needed for the Teacher Coordinator of Work-Based Learning License. Learners must successfully complete this course before taking EDUC709.

EDUC709 • Implementing and Monitoring Work-Based Learning Programs (4 credits)
Tools teacher coordinators will use to implement work-based learning. Monitoring programs. Collaborating with the community, employers, school officials, and parents. Reporting to state and other agencies. Employment laws. One of three courses needed for the Teacher Coordinator of Work-Based Learning License. Prerequisites: EDUC705, EDUC707

Applications are now being accepted.