A proud tradition of learning
Effective teachers are a key to the future of the region and to the future of the nation. At Washburn University, we pride ourselves in training the very best teachers – teachers who inspire their students and who work effectively with each student’s unique talents and needs. What’s more, our strong partnerships with local districts ensures that our students have ample opportunity to gain practical experience as they earn their degrees.
Elementary Programs
All students seeking an initial license complete a well-rounded sequence of general education courses delivered by arts and sciences departments and all students complete a professional sequence of courses delivered through the Department of Education. Teacher candidates pursuing a kindergarten through grade six (K-6) license complete appropriate specialty courses offered by the Department of Education and receive a Bachelors of Education (B Ed) upon completion of required courses and clinical experiences.
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Secondary and P12 Programs
Instruction and clinical experiences leading to 6-12 licenses are offered in Biology, Chemistry, English/Language Arts, History and Government, and Mathematics. Candidates completing a P-12 or 6-12 license complete a major in their teaching disciplines. The Department of Education offers a variety of teacher licensure programs in elementary secondary education as well as certification programs for individuals who have already earned a four year degree and who want to pursue a teaching license. Click on the buttons to find out more about each of these programs.
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Teacher Licensure
These programs are for individuals who already have a degree and only want to acquire a teaching license.
These programs are available for individuals who have graduated with a 4 year degree and are interested in pursuing requirements for a teaching license and not an additional degree.
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- Elementary Programs
- Secondary & P12 Programs
- Teacher Licensure
Meet alumna success story LaTasha Shinn
Alumna LaTasha Shinn, a Highland Park High School graduate, went back to school as a transfer student and an adult learner, hoping to better her and her family's life. She fell in love with the professors in the Education department and says they helped make her transition to Washburn an easy one. LaTasha says the University equipped her with a toolbox of ideas to use in her classroom, where she teaches the third grade at Jardine Elementary in Topeka.
STEM Educator's Conference
- Science is more than just a school subject. Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) offer a fundamental way of understanding and changing the world for the better. Come and learn the latest techniques in teaching science, technology, engineering and math at this full day conference on the Washburn University campus in Topeka.
Learn at Home
Education Department faculty and students are developing at home learning activities for children. This resource is updated regularly.
Content Tests
Candidates applying for licensure must take and pass the required content test(s). The following information is provided to help ensure that you sign up for and take the correct test for your licensure.
Elementary and Middle School Codes:
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To be licensed in: |
Take this test |
Test Code |
Qualifying Score |
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All Initial Teaching Licenses |
Principles of Learning and Teaching: Early Childhood OR |
5621 |
160 |
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Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades K–6 OR |
5622 |
160 |
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5623 |
160 |
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Elementary |
Elementary Education: Content Knowledge for Teaching |
7811 |
Pass each of the subtests |
7812
|
159
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Mathematics CKT Subtest(On–screen four-function calculator provided.) |
7813
|
147
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Science CKT Subtest |
7814
|
150
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Social Studies CKT Subtest |
7815
|
157
|
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Early Childhood Unified, Birth-Grade 3 |
and |
5024
5691 |
160
159 |
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English/Language Arts 5-8 |
5047 |
158 |
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History Comprehensive 5-8 |
5089 |
155 |
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Mathematics 5-8 |
Middle School Mathematics (On-screen graphing calculator provided.) |
5169 |
157 |
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Science 5-8 |
5440 |
150 |
Secondary Licensure Test Codes
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To be licensed in: |
Take this Test |
Test Code |
Qualifying Score |
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Biology |
5235 |
150 |
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Chemistry |
5245 |
152 |
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English Language Arts 6-12 |
5038 |
162 |
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History and Government 6-12 |
5081 |
158 |
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Mathematics 6-12 |
5161 |
152 |
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Any Secondary Level license |
5624 |
160 |
All Levels Licensure Tests
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To be licensed in: |
Take this Test |
Test Code |
Qualifying Score |
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Art |
5134 |
160 |
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Music |
5113 |
152 |
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Physical Education |
5091 |
148 |
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French |
5174 |
159 |
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Spanish |
5195 |
165 |
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Any P-12 license |
Principles of Learning and Teaching (recommended for WU students) |
5624 |
160 |
Graduate Program Codes:
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To be licensed in: |
You Need to Take |
Test Code |
Test Score |
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Building Leadership |
School Leaders Licensure Assessment |
6990 |
151 |
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District Leadership |
School Superintendent Assessment |
6991 |
162 |
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High Incidence Special Education |
Special Education: Core Knowledge and Mild to Moderate Applications |
5543 |
155 |
|
Reading Specialist |
5301 |
164 |
GET IN TOUCH WITH Department of Education
Department of Education
Carnegie Hall, Room 202
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
Phone: 785.670.1427
