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Teacher Education

Without a doubt, SUNY Cortland rates at the top in teacher preparation. You can choose teacher certification in nearly every subject area and benefit from education that prepares you to join our graduates in achieving. With strong connections to local schools, our teacher candidates get extensive hands-on experience in a variety of classrooms.  Of course, that’s just what you expect from one of the largest nationally accredited teacher education institutions on the East Coast.

All teacher education applicants are required to complete the: SUNY Cortland Undergraduate Teacher Education Application. Upon completion submit teacher education application with the department teacher education coordinator or department chair. 

News

New director chosen for the Child Care Center

New director chosen for the Child Care Center

Karen Diescher ’07 previously served as the interim director at the center.


Cortland chosen as model for student success

Cortland chosen as model for student success

National ranking of schools placed SUNY Cortland among best for access and earnings.


Seven faculty and staff honored with SUNY Chancellor’s Awards

Seven faculty and staff honored with SUNY Chancellor’s Awards

The employees were recognized for excellence in teaching, research, service and librarianship.


Spain gets double dose of Red Dragon Fulbright winners

Spain gets double dose of Red Dragon Fulbright winners

Two recent grads are teaching in the country after being chosen for the highly competitive federal grants.


University hosts third DeMond Day

University hosts third DeMond Day

Inspirational teacher Althea “Faith” Shaw-Hester ’88 will deliver the keynote address on Feb. 1.


CAEP Accreditations

Our teacher preparation programs are accredited by the Center for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Read More about CAEP accreditations

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