Converse University empowers students to become transformative leaders who see clearly, decide wisely, and act justly. Converse was founded in 1889 by citizens of Spartanburg, SC, who aimed to create an educational experience for women, and in fall 2020 it welcomed its first undergraduate co-educational incoming class. The University encompasses the School of Humanities, Sciences, and Business; the School of the Arts; the School of Education and Graduate Studies; and the Converse College for Women.
Converse offers over 100 majors, minors, certificates, and graduate programs across two campuses (Spartanburg and Greenville) and online. Converse students are game-changers: leaders, creative thinkers, and doers who are looking for more from their college experience. Undergraduate Education majors include Art, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education. Masters programs include Master of Education (MEd) and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Converse also offers Education Specialist (EdS) degrees and a doctorate (EdD) in Professional Leadership.
Whether you are an aspiring teacher or a classroom veteran, when you enroll as an education student at Converse, you join a legacy of award-winning teachers and school administrators.
Converse graduates earn honors such as Presidential Educator of the Year, National Marine Educator of the Year, and the Order of the Palmetto. A Converse degree is recognized throughout the southeast as the mark of a quality educator. Beyond degree programs, we offer classes, add-on certifications and recertification opportunities in a wide range of formats and content areas.
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Certifications
Art (PK-Grade 12) Early Childhood (PK-Grade 3) Elementary Education (Grades 2-6) English (Grades 9-12) Social Studies (Grades 9-12) Special Education Hearing Impairments (PK-Grade 12) Special Education Intellectual Disabilities (PK-Grade 12) Special Education Learning Disabilities (PK-Grade 12) Special Education Special Education (Multi-Categorical) (PK-Grade 12)
Program Semesters/Steps Overview
In order to complete any of the initial certification programs at Converse University, candidates must meet four benchmarks in the program. Below is an overview of what is required to meet each of these benchmarks.
Complete EDU 360/560, Intro to Education
Pass the CORE Praxis Test in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics and have your scores sent via ETS to Converse University. Passing scores for the Core Praxis can be found in the Teacher Education Handbook. - Registration and test dates for the Core Praxis are available through ETS.
All students must complete all documentation on the Teacher Education Required Documents on Livetext during EDU360/560 or BEFORE first major clinical or Clinical I.
Complete Clinical I
Each program designates a specific course of study for Clinical I. See the individual program worksheets below for information the specific clinical.
Submit Application to Teacher Education
Complete coursework required for student teaching
Complete Clinical II
Complete State department application on the SC Dept of Education website
Complete Student Teaching Full 60 Days in the classroom
Pass the Praxis II Test in your subject area and have your scores sent via ETS to Converse and the State Department of Education. This includes both PLT and content area exams
Complete the application for graduation.
Final certification documents are completed after a candidate has completed all program requirements, including Praxis II and PLT scores, and all graduation requirements.
Program Hallmarks
The faculty at Converse has extensive experience in the classroom and are active as researchers, clinicians, and leaders in the field of education. Converse students have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of workshops and speakers events that inspire and strengthen our teaching community.
Why choose Converse?
Converse University Education Programs are accredited through the South Carolina Department of Education under the guidance of the Council for the Accreditation for Education Preparation (CAEP). Student can enjoy close proximity to and partnerships with public schools and the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind.
Converse faculty stays closely informed on educational trends and legislation. Among them are the state-recognized experts who wrote the handbook on SC educational legislation and partnered with SCDOE in the South Carolina Reading Initiative. Explore degree offerings below or view our opportunities for educators to discover how Converse can help you discover your voice, value, and vision as an educator.
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Gender
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Female
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88%
Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races
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3%
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