Why This Program Is For You

The School of Education Graduate Programs offer several courses to educators enrolled in the Alternative Pathway to Professional Educator License (APPEL). 

You will achieve a teaching license through APPEL. Your local school district will give you a Professional Learning Plan (PLP) for APPEL Pedagogy Courses, while the State office  will give you a PLP for  APPEL-SpEd.

APPEL pedagogy courses are administered by UVU, while APPEL-SpEd courses are administered through local education agencies (e.g., schools/districts) where educators are encouraged to work with their APPEL program advisors. Please note that registration is not through the general Utah Valley University course registration.

Registration for APPEL-SpEd will only be available through this website

You want to become a licensed teacher.

You want to gain valuable experience to help you be successful as an educator.

You are looking to transition your career to education.

APPEL Pedagogy Courses

Please note current APPEL courses at UVU are focusing on secondary teaching even though those that pursue elementary teaching license may register.  

  • EDUC 5320 Instruction Technology Assessment Planning
    • In Person | Around $1,000 | 3 Credits | Summer
  • EDUC 5311 Introduction to Special Education
    • Online | Around $1,000 | 3 credits | Summer
  • EDUC 5663 Literacy in Content Area (for Secondary/CTE license areas only)
    • Online | Around $1,000 | 3 credits | Summer
  • EDUC 5202 Creating and Managing a Learning Environment

    • Online | Around $1,000 | 3 credits | Fall
  • EDUC 5330 Strategies for Working with Diverse Learners
    • Online | Around $1,000 | 3 credits | Fall

For more information about the APPEL pedagogy courses, APPEL eligibility, or other licensure questions email appel@schools.utah.gov.

For APPEL Pedagogy Course questions, contact:

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