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Earn Your North Carolina Teaching Certificate

With over 80,000 certified teachers to date, Teachers of Tomorrow is the nation’s leading alternative teaching certification program. We celebrate the teachers of today and inspire teachers of tomorrow!

Earn Your North Carolina Teaching Certificate

Teachers of Tomorrow is the nation’s leading alternative teaching licensure program, accredited by AAQEP. With over 80,000 licensed teachers to date, our program offers personalized licensure paths, expert advisors, and experienced coaches. We’re dedicated to developing high-quality educators who make a lasting impact on students, classrooms, and communities they serve.

We celebrate the teachers of today and inspire teachers of tomorrow!

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3 Years of Access – Absolutely Free When You Enroll!

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Limited time offer. Limited licenses. New enrollments only. Activation required.

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The #1 Educator Preparation Program (EPP)
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Accredited by AAQEP
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Over 80,000 Teachers Certified
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The Smart Path to a Teaching Career 

Why Choose North Carolina Teachers of Tomorrow?

  • Start teaching with full pay and benefits in weeks
  • Research-based curriculum created by educators for educators
  • 1:1 live classroom coaching by former educators and campus administrators
  • Engaging and interactive video content 
  • Live phone and email support from expert advisors to guide you through the program
  • Free trial access to The Learning Liaisons test prep and SimpleK12 professional learning courses

 

  • Start teaching with full pay and benefits in weeks
  • Research-based curriculum created by educators for educators
  • 1:1 live classroom coaching by former educators and campus administrators
  • Engaging and interactive video content (unlike some ACPs)
  • Live phone and email support from expert advisors to guide you through the program

Steps to Teacher Certification

Steps to Teacher Certification

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    Apply for free

     

    As low as $95 to enroll

     

    Projected Timing: 1-2 Weeks

  • Train1
    Flexible, online coursework

    Online and in-classroom observation

    Pass state pre-hire exams

    Projected Timing: 4-6 Weeks
  • Full Pay2
    Start teaching within weeks

    1:1 Coaching from former administrations

    Convenient self-paced online coursework

    Projected Timing: 1 Year 
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    Take our free test preparation

    Pass state licensure exam(s)

    Yay! You're fully certified!

    Become a part of our 80,000+ strong alumni
  • Apply1

    Enroll for $95

     

    $95/Month Access Fee Until Hired

     

    Timing: 1-2 weeks average

  • Train1

    Self-paced, online coursework

    Online and in-classroom observation

    Pass state pre-hire exams

    Timing: 4-6 weeks average

  • Full Pay2

    Start teaching within weeks

    1:1 Coaching from former administrations

    Convenient self-paced online coursework

    Timing: 1 year average

  • Earn1

    Take our free test preparation

    Pass state licensure exam(s)

    Yay! You're fully certified!

    Become a part of our 80,000+ strong alumni

  • Grades K-6: Elementary
  • Grades K-12: Exceptional Children; Special Education
  • Grades 6-9: Language Arts; Mathematics; Science; Social Studies
  • Grades 6-12: Career & Technical Education
  • Grades 9-12: Mathematics; Physics; Science; Earth Science; Social Studies
  • Many additional subject areas offered!
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Message from Our CEO

Message from Our CEO

Dr. Heath Morrison, a 30+ year educator and former National Superintendent of the Year, is leading our dedicated team in supporting teachers and their schools. Together, we are focused on the crucial mission of placing high-quality educators in classrooms nationwide.

Dr. Heath Morrison, a 30+ year educator and former National Superintendent of the Year, is leading our dedicated team in supporting teachers and their schools. Together, we are focused on the crucial mission of placing high-quality educators in classrooms nationwide.

See What Our Alumni Have to Say!

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Jeff Wheatcraft

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Kathryn Haynes

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See What Our Alumni Have to Say!

Jeff Wheatcraft

Jeff Wheatcraft

Juliette Broussard

Juliette Broussard

Vanessa Kerr

Vanessa Kerr

Kathryn Haynes

Kathryn Haynes

Supporting Our North Carolina Teachers

Supporting Our North Carolina Teachers

To support our mission of closing the teacher shortage gap, North Carolina Teachers regularly hosts various discounts, scholarships, and special promotions to make our already affordable program – even more economically friendly!

To support our mission of closing the teacher shortage gap, North Carolina Teachers regularly hosts various discounts, scholarships, and special promotions to make our already affordable program – even more economically friendly!

Ready to Get Started?

Ready to Get Started?

Common Questions

Common Questions

Why Should I Join the North Carolina Teachers Program?
North Carolina Teachers is the leading educator preparation program (EPP) in the state. Our program is state-accredited and nationally recognized. Unlike other EPPs in the state, we have the unique ability to help teachers earn their licensure across the entire state.

How Long is the Program?
While most candidates complete the online training in 1-3 months, the length of the program is up to you! Our online training is 100% self-paced! With our program, you’ll never have to worry about missing a due date or deadline. Find the balance that works with your schedule!

What Type of Teaching Licensure Will I Receive?
Upon successful completion of program requirements, you are issued a  Residency License for your Residency Year. Once you complete all of your program requirements and successfully complete one year of full-time teaching on a Residency License, you will be recommended for either the Initial (0-2 years’ teaching experience) or Continuing (3+ years’ teaching experience) Professional License depending on how many years of teaching experience you have.

What Are the Requirements to Apply?
To apply to our program, it is required that you have a 2.7+ overall GPA and a 4-year bachelor’s degree.

When Can I Apply?
You can apply now! We have rolling admissions throughout the year. As soon as you are offered admission, you may enroll and gain immediate access to your online teacher training. School districts hire teachers year-round, so there are always open positions whenever you become eligible to get hired.

How Long Does it Take to Get An Admission Decision?
Once all program admission requirements have been completed and we have processed your transcripts, you will receive your official Program Admission offer via email within 3 to 5 business days.

Apply for Free Today

Apply for Free Today

Complete our free online application. An expert enrollment advisor will be in touch to discuss your unique path to certification.

Complete our free online application. An expert enrollment advisor will be in touch to discuss your unique path to certification.

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