Career Switcher Program:Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the program?
The Career Switcher Program is 15 weeks long in the Fall and Spring. The summer program is 7 weeks long. Program duration is subject to change.
What exams do I need to pass in order to enter the program?
Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment and Reading for Virginia Educators Exam (for PK-3 and PK-6 programs only)
Is it necessary to order transcripts from each university if my classes were transferred to the one from which I graduated?
Yes, the Virginia Department of Education requires this step.
How do I get my transcripts evaluated if I attended school in another country?
Your transcripts should be evaluated by an approved global credentialing agency before you schedule an appointment. You should request a course-by-course evaluation. For more information about Documentation of College/University Coursework and Degrees Earned from Institutions of Higher Learning Outside of the United States, please click here.
Where do you offer the program?
ODU Main Campus
Do you have evening and weekend appointments?
Yes. If you need to schedule an evening or weekend appointment, please call 757-453-6856.
Which Praxis II should I take, and where can I find the test codes?
Find test codes and much more Praxis info here.
What does the term "endorsement" mean?
What you are licensed to teach
What steps do I need to take in order to get an endorsement in Elementary Education?
Order official transcripts from all colleges and universities, and call 453-6856 to get advised. See the application checklist.
Is student teaching required for this program?
No. A thirty-hour field placement is the only required field experience in the program.
