More about the program:

CAEP Accredited and FULLY ONLINE, the ALP provides licensure in the following programs:

• Elementary Education: work in diverse educational settings in grades K-8.
• Secondary Education: work in diverse educational setting in grades 7-12.
• Special Education: work with students with special needs and acquire strategies that are effective for all learns in grades K-12.

Admission to the Alternative Licensure Program (ALP)

In order to be accepted into the ALP program, the teacher candidate must be admitted to Northern and have official transcripts from all colleges sent to the office of Admissions. Completed application materials will be reviewed by the Teacher Education department.

Application process

1. Students must declare a Certificate of Alternative licensure program in Elementary, Secondary or Special Education to be officially accepted into a program of study by the NNMC Teacher Education department.

2. Complete an ALP Program Application

3. Letter of intent: a one-page typed letter stating a) your reasons for wanting to become a teacher, b) experience, and c) personal strengths.

4. Personal philosophy of education statement: A one-page typed statement that describes your beliefs about a) education, b) learning, and c) working with students.

5. Evidence of taking the Basic Assessments required by New Mexico is required.
6. Signed Assurance form.
7. Copy of transcripts of highest degree conferred.
8. Copy of favorable background check.