Teacher Preparation

Everyone has a favorite teacher that helped shape their life — you could be that teacher for a future student. Teachers are in-demand, especially in North Carolina, so take advantage of the opportunities here at Central Piedmont. Earn an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science in teacher preparation from Central Piedmont and transfer as a junior to a state university for an affordable degree.

What You Will Learn

If you are currently pursuing an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree, you are eligible to major in Teacher Preparation. Successful completion of the Teacher Preparation program at Central Piedmont Community College will enable you to transfer to a four-year institution and graduate with a Bachelors degree in education. 

We also offer the Elementary Education Residency Licensure Certificate Program for current teachers who have already earned a Bachelor's degree, as well as the Early Childhood Education Program for students who are pursuing an Associate in Applied Science degree.

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Why Choose Central Piedmont

Due to our Comprehensive Articulation Agreement with the 17 public universities in North Carolina, you can transfer up to 60 general education and major course credits to a UNC institution — meaning you can enter a four-year, public college as a junior. Many students choose this path in order to not incur a lot of student debt. That's because at Central Piedmont, you can save more than $46,000 in tuition over two years, compared to many four-year schools.

With the Career & College Promise dual enrollment teacher education pathway, you can start studying to be a teacher while you're still in high school — graduate high school having already completed some of the requirements to earn a degree to teach.

Real World Education

At Central Piedmont, your education goes beyond what you learn in class. We offer numerous opportunities for you to enhance your learning — and to make friends, network, and pursue your passions — through clubs and organizations, sports, events and activities, leadership opportunities, job experience, volunteer experiences, visual and performing arts, and even international experiences.