Future TechTeach Students in Lubbock
BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN LUBBOCK
You’re going to love it here
There’s so much going on at Texas Tech
- Tickets to athletics events are included in your student fees
- Relax at the Rec Center’s lazy river or power up with a group fitness class
- Live and learn with a built-in friend group in our Future Teachers Learning Community
- …and so much more!
Questions? Get in touch!
Future students, email our Undergraduate Recruiter:
Lindsay O'Pry
Assistant Director of Recruitment
liopry@ttu.edu
806-834-1311
Current TTU students, contact your advisor through Raider Success Hub:
What will my college experience look like?
There’s a lot to keep track of when applying to Texas Tech and TechTeach.
Check out our TechTeach Roadmap for an overview of all the steps on your college journey!
Don’t be afraid, we’ve got your back!
All courses taken in the Education or Multidisciplinary Science majors lead to a Bachelor’s Degree and Teacher Certification:
- You’ll spend your first two years completing preparation courses - details are in the TTU Catalog
- Meet with your advisor to prepare your degree plan
- Your next two years are the heart of the TechTeach program!
How do I start?
| If you are a: | You need to: |
|---|---|
| First time first-year student | Complete the first-year application |
| Transfer student | Complete the transfer application |
| Current College of Education student | Select Education as your major |
| Student with a different major interested in teacher certification | Talk with your advisor to select the correct major |
What is TechTeach?
TechTeach is our unique, clinically-intensive, competency-based Teacher Education Program.
Our students:
- work with site coordinators and mentor teachers who support and guide their learning.
- start hands-on classroom teaching earlier than other colleges’ programs.
- are in high demand from principals and ISDs!
WE’LL SEE YOU IN RAIDERLAND
Already have a degree and want to earn your teaching certificate?
I have an Associate of Arts in Teaching!
TechTeach Across Texas helps individuals who already have an Associate of Arts in Teaching degree become a premier certified teacher and obtain a bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University in just one year.
- Students take online courses and complete clinical experiences in your local community. At present we have district-based partnerships across the state of Texas and are always building new relationships with additional partners.
- The fast track program is modeled after TechTeach standards; students receive one-on-one
classroom coaching, intense clinical experiences, and rigorous academic preparation.
Fast track is a summer start only program.
Learn More about TechTeach Across Texas
I have a Bachelor’s degree!
RAIDER Teach is a unique program providing a fast-track alternative pathway to teacher certification. RAIDER Teach is based on our award-winning TechTeach educator preparation program. RAIDER Teach is designed for persons who hold a bachelor’s degree and are interested in a career as a classroom teacher.
RAIDER Teach is a summer start program.
- Students will complete 12 hours of supported training and coursework in the summer.
- Students will complete one year of intensive internship as teacher of record in partner districts.
- Students have the opportunity to apply 18 hours from the RAIDER Teach program towards a Master’s degree.
College of Education
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Address
Texas Tech University, College of Education, 3002 18th Street Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
(806) 742-2377 -
Email
educ.webmaster@ttu.edu