The student teaching internship is the capstone of the professional secondary education certification program. The course provides teacher candidates the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills from core education coursework, focusing on differentiated instructional practices, multiple learning environments, professional collaboration, school policies and procedures, and reflective practice. Experience includes directed activities in Local Education Agencies and on-campus seminars. Personal transportation is required. SEC 952 requires a student teaching fee in addition to the regular Westminster tuition and fees. This course must be taken alongside EDU 900, Student Teaching Seminar. PDE Stage 4 - Student Teaching: 16 weeks or 640 hours.
Completed Phase I Foundation and Phase II Teaching and Learning Laboratory courses. Minimum 3.00. GPA. Current PDE Clearances: PA Criminal History, Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and PPD Testing.
