Division of Teacher Education

The purposes of The Division of Teacher Education program are to prepare the teacher candidate to function as professional teacher and to aid the teacher candidate in developing the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to assist school children in reaching their potential.

The Teacher Education Program at Oklahoma Baptist University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, CAEP. In addition, all education programs, such as elementary education, special education, secondary math education, and early childhood education, are individually accredited through their Special Professional Associations, SPAS.  OBU has produced 49 completers who have met the requirements for National Board Certification.

OBU is recognized for excellence in Teacher Education by Colleges of Distinction.

View the Eight Reporting Measures of CAEP.

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“I credit much of my success in my career to the foundation and preparation I received at OBU. Both my instructors and peers helped shape my worldview and my philosophy toward education. I am grateful for those experiences that have enabled me to follow the Lord’s calling and impact students’ lives in meaningful ways." - Annie Keehn, '16, Oklahoma Rising Star Teacher