Advance Your Career with Online Professional Education Programs

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Blackburn College offers fully online professional education programs designed to meet the needs of working adults in the field of Teacher Education. Whether you’re looking to transition into a new career or advance in your current role, our flexible, supportive programs provide you with the tools, guidance, and community you need to succeed.

Programs Offered

Teacher Licensure Program

Are you ready for a rewarding career in teaching? If you already have a bachelor’s degree and are looking to transition into education, our Teacher Licensure Program offers a clear pathway. This fully online program allows you to pursue teacher licensure at your own pace while maintaining your current commitments.

  • Career Transition: Perfect for individuals looking to move into the teaching field.
  • Flexible Learning: Fully online, designed for busy professionals.
  • Content Areas: This includes early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary grades, as well as special education, bilingual education, and more.
  • Licensure Preparation: Gain the knowledge needed to pass state license exams and confidently step into a teaching role.

Are you a Golden Apple Accelerator? Teacher Licensure Program is the path for you!

Current Workforce Early Childhood Education

Already working in Early Childhood Education? Our Early Childhood Workforce Education program is tailored to help you advance in your career. We offer two distinct paths to support your professional development:

  • Bachelor Completion Program: If you have already completed 60+ college credit hours, this program allows you to finish your degree and open new doors in the early childhood field.
  • Certification and Advancement: Interested in advancing your qualifications without pursuing a full degree? Our certification courses help you increase your Gateway Levels or add endorsements, enhancing your expertise and opportunities for your young learners.

Whether you need to complete a bachelor’s degree or obtain additional certifications, our program is designed to accommodate your schedule and career goals.

Take the First Step Towards Your Future

With Blackburn’s Online Professional Education Programs, you can earn your qualifications while balancing work directly in the classroom and other life responsibilities. Whether transitioning to a teaching career or advancing as a current early childhood professional, our programs are designed to help you succeed.

Enroll today and start building a brighter future in education!

Questions? Contact Us!

Department of Teacher Education

Dr. Lynette Piontek

Professor of Education; Director of Online Education; Golden Apple Liaison

Rahme 113

Academic Support

Kelsey Farris

Program Navigation Advisor

Ludlum 106