Academic Advising for Teacher Education

Academic advising is a very important part of the Teacher Education Program. Elementary (Grades PreK-6) education candidates will be assigned to a teacher education faculty member. Secondary education candidates (Grades 6-12) and all-grades education (Grades Prek-12), including visual art education, foreign language education, or music education will have both a teacher education advisor, for licensure and education requirements, and a content area advisor. It is important that candidates consult with both advisors in order to ensure that all requirements are met. 

Candidates are encouraged to contact their academic advisor(s) on a regular basis. Academic course registration during the school year will be channeled through assigned advisors.  In addition to course scheduling, advisors can be a source of support and assist with decisions regarding career, the EMU experience, and the holistic development as an educator. Both the candidate and the advisor are responsible to check curriculum outlines for graduation and licensure requirements. The Career Services Office is also available to students for career counseling and academic advisors have information about other resources available regarding social, emotional, financial, and academic success and well-being.