You can earn an Indiana Professional Educator License in one of three areas:
- Elementary Education (Grades K–6)
- Secondary Education (Grades 5–12)
- Exceptional Needs: Mild Intervention (All Grades)
Choose Your Path to the Classroom
Road2Teach offers three licensure pathways for Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education through a flexible, online Transition to Teaching program approved by the Indiana Department of Education.
Whether you’re a career changer or recent graduate, Road2Teach helps you become a licensed K–12 teacher in Indiana. All candidates begin with three foundational courses that introduce the profession of education, child development, and instructional strategies. From there, you’ll work with your Candidate Advisor to choose the pathway that best fits your goals.
Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
Prepare to teach in Indiana’s elementary classrooms with coursework focused on early literacy, child development, and inclusive instruction.
Secondary Education (Grades 5–12)
Designed for those who want to teach middle or high school, this pathway includes subject-specific pedagogy and classroom management strategies.
Special Education (All Grades)
Earn your license in Exceptional Needs: Mild Intervention and gain the tools to support diverse learners through research-based instruction and field experience.
Support from Educators Who Understand Your Journey
From your first course to your final internship, you’ll be guided by a team of experienced educators. Your Candidate Advisor, Instructional Coach, and Supervisor will provide personalized support, regular check-ins, and professional development resources to help you succeed.
What Makes Road2Teach Different?
- 100% online and self-paced coursework
- Personalized support from advisors and coaches
- Embedded Science of Reading and Early Literacy Endorsement
- Field experiences and a full-time teaching internship supported in a physical or virtual school site
- Preparation for required Praxis exams
Start Your Teaching Journey
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Frequently Asked Questions
What teaching licenses can I prepare for through Road2Teach?
Do I need an education degree to enroll?
No. Road2Teach is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in any field and want to transition into teaching.
Is Road2Teach approved by the Indiana Department of Education?
Yes. Road2Teach is an approved Transition to Teaching provider and meets all state requirements for licensure preparation.
How long does the program take to complete?
Most candidates complete the program in 12–18 months, depending on their pace and schedule. Candidates have up to 3 years to complete all of their program requirements.
What is the Early Literacy Endorsement and who needs it?
Indiana requires all Elementary and Special Education teachers to earn an Early Literacy Endorsement. Road2Teach integrates this into your coursework and exam preparation.
Can I work while completing the program?
Yes. The program is designed for working adults and offers the flexibility to learn on your own schedule.
What kind of support will I receive?
You’ll be paired with a Candidate Advisor and Candidate Supervisor who will guide you through coursework, fieldwork, and licensure preparation. Candidates in our Special Education program will also receive ongoing support from their Instructional Coach throughout the program.
How much does the Road2Teach Program Cost?
The cost of the Road2Teach program is $4,995. This includes access to all required coursework, support from your advisors, exam preparation tools, the vouchers for your first Praxis exam attempts, and professional development resources.
Some additional expenses are not included in this cost. These may include fees for background checks, textbooks, or state licensure fees.
To see everything that’s included and learn more about what to expect, visit our Program Cost and Pricing page.
