K-12 Educator Preparation
If you’re looking to become an elementary school teacher in North Carolina, GTCC offers the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) Cultivating Carolina Classrooms Residency Licensure Certificate program in elementary education. This affordable credential provides the competencies needed to become certified to teach by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
The high school adjunct instructor certificate provides a course of study needed to become an adjunct instructor in a public high school in North Carolina.
Elementary Education
With a focus on learning theory, education technology, and school policies and procedures, GTCC's Cultivating Carolina Classrooms elementary education residency licensure program prepares you for high-demand teaching jobs in public schools. Additional requirements, such as pre-service training, passing the state required assessments, and the criteria included in the North Carolina Teacher Evaluation System, are required for licensure.
High School Adjunct
For those interested in teaching in a high school setting, GTCC’s high school adjunct instructor program will prepare you to teach core academic subjects, fine and performing arts, or foreign language in your area of specialized knowledge or experience.
Whether you want to teach in elementary schools or high schools, GTCC provides an affordable, accredited pathway to a rewarding teaching career.
Credentialing Options
K-12 Educator Preparation
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Frequently Asked Questions
You will need to follow the general enrollment process for GTCC, found at our Your Path to Success at GTCC page. During the advising process you will have the opportunity to indicate your desire to study within this curriculum. Your advisor will help you sign up for the specific courses you need.
Yes, for qualified students. Visit our Financial Aid web page to learn more.
The cost of classes at a college or university is called tuition. A college or university typically defines tuition by credit hour, and tuition is, generally, significantly cheaper at a community college than a university.
For example, the cost of a credit hour at GTCC is $76 for in-state students and $268 for out-of-state students; the cost of a credit hour at a regional university is $552 for in-state students and $1814 for out-of-state students. For a full-time student taking 15 hours at GTCC, the cost for tuition for an in-state student will be $1140* for a semester; the cost for tuition for this same student at a regional university will be $8280 for a semester.
For most students, attending a community college is a cheaper alternative to higher education than a state university.
*Please note that these figures do not include relevant fees or available financial aid.