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Do I have to have a high school diploma to become a teacher?

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Yes, and in most instances you will also need at least a bachelor's degree in Education as well as state certification.

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What college do I have to go to in order to be a teacher?

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You could attend any school offering the degree you need.

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At what age do people usually get their teacher's certification?

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You can usually get a certificate at age 22-24 (assuming you got into college at age 18).

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What kind of education degree will you need?

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You will need a 4-year Bachelor's degree program in education to become a teacher. Individuals who are interested in teaching in middle or secondary school typically also major in the subject that they wish to eventually teach, such as music, mathematics, history, biology, or English. Prospective elementary school teachers often take a slightly different path in preparing for a career as a teacher. They can enroll in elementary or early childhood education degree programs that focus on foundations of education. There may be additional testing to acquire your license to teach depending on the state once you receive your Bachelor's.

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What degree do I need to become a teacher?

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It depends on the country. You need at least a bachelors degree, if not a master's.

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How long does it take to get a degree to teach?

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It takes a minimum of 4 years. However, if you want a better chance of getting a job, you may want to get your master's degree, which will take a few more years.

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What subjects do I need to become a teacher?

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You need to participate in a teacher preparation program, which will have all of the courses that you need in order to become a teacher.

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Is a bachelor's degree enough?

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That depends on where and what you want to teach. For some places, a bachelor's degree is enough. Other places require a master's degree. You should contact the Board of Education where you want to teach and find out.

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If I want to become a government school teacher, what do I need to do?

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The steps are no different. Public schools and state colleges and universities in most countries are government school-teaching jobs.

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Do I have to take science courses to become a teacher?

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No, not unless you're planning on becoming a science teacher.

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