Applications for UNLV’s accelerated teacher preparation programs are now being accepted. Options include:

Paraprofessional Pathways Project 

• Our one-year bachelor’s degree program
• Eligible students may be eligible for funding through the Nevada Educator Preparation Institute & Collaborative (NV-EPIC) to support 100% of the cost of the program (minus textbooks and materials)
• Application criteria
  • We’re looking for individuals who: 
    • Are currently working as a paraprofessional or school support professional in a Nevada public and/or charter school in: 
      • Early childhood education (birth-2nd grade)
      • Elementary education (K-5)
      • Special education (K-12)
    • Have earned 60+ college credits* or an associates degree** from a regionally accredited institution and have completed all UNLV general education requirements
    • Have permission from school administration (and/or current supervisor) to complete the program and conduct student teaching hours in the classroom
    • Are comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic learning environment
• Application deadline (for all three areas) for the December 2023 cohort: Sunday, Nov. 12

Accelerated Alternate Route to Licensure (A-ARL)

• Our one-year master’s degree program
• Eligible students may be eligible for funding through the Nevada Educator Preparation Institute & Collaborative (NV-EPIC) to support at least 75% of the program.
• Application criteria
  • We’re looking for individuals: 
    • Who are not a licensed teacher
    • Interested in teaching: 
      • Early childhood education (birth-2nd grade)
      • Elementary education (K-8)
      • Special education (K-12)
    • Who already have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
    • Are comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic learning environment
• Application deadlines for the December 2023 Cohort:
  • Elementary education: Wednesday, Nov. 1
  • Early childhood and special education: Wednesday, Nov. 15

Alternate Route to Licensure (ARL) program

• Featuring:
  • A longer timeline
  • Options for concentrations in:
    • Early childhood education (birth-2nd grade)
    • Elementary education (K-8)
    • Special education (K-12)
    • Secondary Education (9-12)
  • The ability to receive a conditional teaching license in the state of Nevada after one semester (based on successful completion of licensing requirements) and continue through the Nevada standard licensing requirements and Master of Education (M.Ed.) requirements
    • This program’s tuition and fees are determined by UNLV’s Graduate College and are not covered by NV-EPIC. Other financial aid options may be available.  

Learn more about the ARL program, including admissions, course options and requirements.