Prospective Teacher Resources

Assistance for Prospective Teachers to locate resources and determine their options for certification

Individuals wishing to know more about teaching in the CareerTech system.
Subject matter experts interested in teaching short-term or customizable programs.
Beginning CTE teachers wishing to complete the Oklahoma teacher certification requirements.
Beginning and experienced teachers wishing to know about ODCTE sponsored Professional Development for teachers.
CTE teachers wishing to complete the Oklahoma teacher certification renewal requirements.
CTE teachers and administrators wishing to add certifications.

An individual with a degree may become a CareerTech teacher through alternative certification, required certification exams and additional educational requirements.
A non-bachelor degreed individual with professional experience or credentials may become a CareerTech teacher through provisional certification, required certification exams or competency exams and pursuit of a bachelor degree.

New teachers are hired as needed.

There are a variety of educational sites in which a CareerTech teacher might teach:

CareerTech instructors work with students to apply academics to real world situations through guided practice and hands-on learning.
CareerTech instructors have the opportunity to develop students':

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