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Teacher Certification and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Programs

Turn Your Passion into Your Profession

Start Your Teaching Career with Ease — Earn Certification and a Master’s Degree

At 91¿´Æ¬, you can become a certified teacher efficiently and effectively, no matter your undergraduate major. Our streamlined Teacher Certification program leads directly to initial teacher certification in Pennsylvania, and with just one additional course, you can also earn your Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT).

Whether you're changing careers or discovering a new calling, this program offers a practical, supportive path into the classroom all designed with your busy life in mind.

Two Options, One Clear Pathway

1. Teacher Certification Program

For those who want to focus solely on becoming a certified teacher, our teacher certification program provides the coursework and support you need to meet Pennsylvania state requirements.

• Open to individuals with any bachelor’s degree
• Leads to Instructional I Certification in Pennsylvania
• Aligned with your chosen certification area (e.g., English 7–12, Math 7–12, PreK–4, etc.)
  Designed to prepare you for the Praxis and effective classroom practice

2. Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

Want to earn a master’s degree too? You’re one course away.

After completing your teacher certification coursework, you can take just one additional class to earn your MAT. It’s that simple. Most of our students take advantage of this opportunity, gaining a graduate degree while completing certification.

• Adds value and flexibility to your teaching career
• Enhances your knowledge of reflective, research-based teaching practices
• Improves long-term career growth and earning potential

Why Choose Moravian?

• Efficient design: Most students complete both certification and MAT requirements without extending their timeline.
• Supportive community: Small class sizes, expert faculty, and individualized advising.
• Career-ready focus: Our programs blend academic rigor with hands-on field experiences.
• Flexible pathways: Our programs are built to support working adults, career changers, and recent graduates.

How Certification Works in Pennsylvania

You don’t need a degree in education to become a certified teacher in Pennsylvania. Here's what you need:

1. A bachelor’s degree (in any field)
2. A passing score on the Praxis exam in your chosen certification area (this can be done between your introductory courses and higher level courses)
3. Completion of a state-approved teacher certification program — like Moravian’s

Once you complete the teacher certification program or MAT program and pass the Praxis, you’ll be eligible for your Instructional I Certification — the first level of teacher licensure in PA.

Explore Your Certification Area

Choose from certification tracks, such as:

Art

18-Month Option Art

2-Year Option Art

Early Childhood Education (PreK–4)

20-Month Option ECE

2.5-Year Option ECE

Music

2-Year Option Music

Secondary Education (7–12)

With certification in English, Math, Social Studies, and Science (General Science or Biology)

1-Year Option Secondary

2-Year Option Secondary

Special Education (PK–12)

2-Year Option Special Education

Have questions about which certification area fits your background or goals? We’re here to help you decide.

Learn More

For more information about the MAT program please contact:

Dr. Bess Van Asselt
Director of Graduate Education
vanasseltb@moravian.edu