Earn your professional teaching certificate in as little as 9 months with our online TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program. From there, you have the option to add on a master’s degree in just 3 additional months.
100% online
Fully accredited
12-15 hours per week
Monthly start dates
Global cohort model
9 months total
In our TEACH-NOW program, you’ll join a live virtual class once a week (you pick the day and time of your class).
The rest of your work will be completed on your own schedule in our online platform.
TEACH-NOW features 8 modules that last a total of 9 months.
Orientation
1 week
Culture of schooling
3 weeks
Learning in the digital age
4 weeks
Classroom management
6 weeks
Student assessments
4 weeks
Planning & prep for learning
4 weeks
Intro to clinical learning
2 weeks
(school mentor assigned)
Clinical learning (student teaching)
12 weeks
Note: Certifications in Early Childhood and Special Education*
Due to licensure changes, candidates seeking certification in early childhood or special education will need to complete the certification program along with the corresponding M.Ed. Click here for more info on our 12-month Teacher Certification with M.Ed. program.
*This requirement does not apply to candidates seeking licensure in Florida.
We’ve served candidates in 165 countries — and counting — through certification, professional development, and master’s degrees.
Use the map below to learn how Moreland University supports teachers in your state.
Click here to learn how our programs support international educators.
Use the map below to learn how Moreland University supports teachers in your state.
Tuition for the TEACH-NOW program is $7,200. To support our candidates, we offer interest-free payment plans or financing options via Sallie Mae.
9-Month Interest-Free Payment Plan
Initial payment: $1,000 USD | 8 monthly payments: $775 USD
12-Month Interest-Free Payment Plan
Initial payment: $875 USD | 11 monthly payments: $575 USD
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of our certification pathways, including Moreland’s 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Each certification pathway’s structure and content – Which program is best for your goals and professional growth – Why educators choose Moreland – Answers to […] |
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For TEACH-NOW graduates (or soon-to-be grads) learn how you can earn your M.Ed. in just 3 months with Moreland University. Discover: – Program timeline and structure – M.Ed. specialization options – Benefits of earning your M.Ed. – Why educators choose Moreland’s add-on program |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of our certification pathways, including Moreland’s 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Each certification pathway’s structure and content – Which program is best for your goals and professional growth – Why educators choose Moreland – Answers to […] |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of teacher certification in Florida along with tips and strategies for passing your certification exams. You’ll learn about Moreland's certification programs for Florida teachers, including the 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Certification pathways and Moreland’s programs […] |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of our certification pathways, including Moreland’s 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Each certification pathway’s structure and content – Which program is best for your goals and professional growth – Why educators choose Moreland – Answers to […] |
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For TEACH-NOW graduates (or soon-to-be grads) learn how you can earn your M.Ed. in just 3 months with Moreland University. Discover: – Program timeline and structure – M.Ed. specialization options – Benefits of earning your M.Ed. – Why educators choose Moreland’s add-on program |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of teacher certification in Georgia along with tips and strategies for passing your certification exams. You’ll learn about Moreland's certification programs for Georgia teachers, including the 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Certification pathways and Moreland’s […]
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of our certification pathways, including Moreland’s 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Each certification pathway’s structure and content – Which program is best for your goals and professional growth – Why educators choose Moreland – Answers to […] |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of our master's degree programs, including Moreland’s 12-month Master’s in Education (M.Ed.), Master's in Educational Leadership, and Master's in Globalization and Education Research. Discover: – Each program’s structure and content – Which program is best for your professional goals and career advancement – Why educators choose Moreland […] |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of teacher certification in Maryland along with tips and strategies for passing your certification exams. You’ll learn about Moreland's certification programs for Maryland teachers, including the 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Certification pathways and Moreland’s programs […] |
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The middle of the school year is a great time to take stock: What’s going well and what needs a reboot? Are you on track with your professional development and career goals? This webinar will help you learn from the first half of your year and prepare for an even stronger second. It’s a great […]
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The middle of the school year is a great time to take stock: What’s going well and what needs a reboot? Are you on track with your professional development and career goals? This webinar will help you learn from the first half of your year and prepare for an even stronger second. It’s a great […] |
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For TEACH-NOW graduates (or soon-to-be grads) learn how you can earn your M.Ed. in just 3 months with Moreland University. Discover: – Program timeline and structure – M.Ed. specialization options – Benefits of earning your M.Ed. – Why educators choose Moreland’s add-on program |
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Join the Moreland University team for an overview of our certification pathways, including Moreland’s 9-month TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program and 12-month Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential. Discover: – Each certification pathway’s structure and content – Which program is best for your goals and professional growth – Why educators choose Moreland – Answers to […] |
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Live Info Sessions: Learn More about TEACH-NOW
We host regular info sessions about our 9-month TEACH-NOW program and 12-month M.Ed. with Teaching Certificate. View this calendar to register for an upcoming event.
On-Demand Info Session
Can’t wait? Watch our 10-minute on-demand info session now to learn how Moreland can support your U.S. certification journey. At the end, submit any lingering questions and we’ll get back to you ASAP.
Our programs are designed for busy professionals who are serious about growing their careers in education.
Fully accredited
Accelerated
100% online
Small, diverse classes
Dedicated mentors
Practical lessons
Licensure test prep
Clinical learning (student teaching) included
“Moreland has really helped me understand more of the classroom setting. TEACH-NOW gives you leniency in that you’re online and you’re able to do things at your pace. But it also gives you a foundation, a core understanding of what needs to happen for a successful classroom.”
Gabriela Machin
North Carolina Spanish teacher
TEACH-NOW grad
“Honestly, it’s been a dream come true. I didn’t think I could make it this far within a year. It’s really miraculous and exciting for me to have done the course and to say that I’m one of the [Moreland University] alumni.”
Irene Odei Siaw
International educator (Vietnam)
TEACH-NOW and M.Ed. grad
“[Through Moreland], I’ve learned to adapt my teaching style, to look at certain assignments or certain lessons outside of the box and say, ‘Hey, I didn’t think about it this way,’ or, ‘I could go this route.’”
Orlando Rodriquez
Arizona special education teacher
TEACH-NOW and M.Ed. grad
“I’m excited there was a choice to do this in 9 months. A lot of other programs were two years, and I did not want to stretch it out that long. I am a wife and a mom, busy family life, and now working full-time, so I wanted something quick, that was streamlined, and certainly the cost was less than other programs I looked at.”
Hannah W. Hawkins
Maryland special education teacher
TEACH-NOW grad
“I already had a little bit of experience, but Moreland provided me with so much more. It provided me with structure, number one, [and] it provided me with the vocabulary and the terminology to explain the things that I was already doing.”
Ayoko Vias
International educator (West Africa)
TEACH-NOW grad
“I felt like I was being supported at the same time I was learning. At no point during the process did I feel like I was alone or had to just figure everything out on my own… I would wholeheartedly recommend Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program. Not only is it flexible, not only is it engaging, but it really does prepare you to enter the classroom successfully.”
Jazzmyne Townsend
D.C. teacher, 2025 D.C. Teacher of the Year
TEACH-NOW grad
“What a Godsend. I was able to keep my job while doing the classes. It was way cheaper. It was online, so I could choose my time. And it was very hands-on. I could take whatever I learned in class that night, take it the next day to my job and actually try it, which was amazing. It gave me more confidence in my ability to do the job.”
Trina Seitz
Washington science teacher
TEACH-NOW grad
“When I came into the more typical teaching style, people would say things like, ‘Alright, let’s discuss the scope and sequence,’ and I’d be like, ‘What does that mean?’ I didn’t know any of the verbiage, and so doing [TEACH-NOW] helped me be like, ‘Oh, yeah, no problem! I know what you’re talking about.’”
Kathy Schmidt
International educator (Morocco)
TEACH-NOW grad
“I loved all the modules. All the assignments are super user-friendly, and I like that the professors mold the curriculum into what the students need. … Moreland was realistic about real life happening. I appreciated that, because it allowed me to have time at home, but also to figure out this career of teaching.”
Jennifer Mehrmann
Florida elementary school teacher
TEACH-NOW and M.Ed. grad
We take great pride in being pioneers of online global teacher education and helping our candidates and alumni thrive.
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The TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program provides the graduate-level coursework required for an alternative teaching certification. If you hold a bachelor’s degree in a field other than education and would like to pursue a teaching certification, completing a preparation program is one of the main requirements. After successfully completing the TEACH-NOW program, you will need to meet the additional requirements (for example, licensure exams) in the state where you are applying for certification.
Both! TEACH-NOW uses a global cohort model, which empowers educators around the world to learn with and from each other.
To date, we’ve served candidates in 165 different countries.
TEACH-NOW can be completed in as little as 9 months. From there, you have the option to add on a master’s degree in just 3 additional months.
Tuition for the TEACH-NOW program is $7,200. To support our candidates, we offer a 9-month interest-free payment plan, a 12-month interest-free payment plan, or financing options via Sallie Mae.
You can learn more about our programs and financing options in this program guide. Or, book a brief meeting to chat 1:1 with a member of our admissions team. We’re happy to help.
Moreland University offers the 9-month TEACH-NOW program, a 12-month M.Ed. with Teaching Certificate, 12-month master’s programs, and ongoing teacher professional development.
This program guide has more information on our 9- and 12-month programs.
Click here to view and register for an upcoming professional development course.
Yes. Moreland University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement, and the Office of the State Superintendent for Education in Washington, D.C., among others. For more information, visit our accreditation and approvals page.
TEACH-NOW admission requirements:
No! Our programs are for current and aspiring teachers, and many of our candidates have no teaching experience when they first apply and enroll in our TEACH-NOW program.
Yes! Clinical learning (student teaching) is included in the TEACH-NOW program. If you’re already teaching, you can do the clinical learning in your current classroom. If not, we’ll work with you to find a placement.
Yes, due to licensure changes, candidates seeking certification in early childhood or special education will need to complete the certification program along with the corresponding M.Ed. Click here for more info on our 12-month Teacher Certification with M.Ed. program.
* This requirement does not apply to candidates seeking licensure in Florida.
We host regular info sessions about our programs. View this calendar to register for an upcoming event. If you’d prefer a 1:1 conversation, click here to book a chat with our team.
Have another question? Request more information or click here to book a brief 1:1 chat with our team. We’re happy to help!