Your classroom. Your career.
You already know your students and your school. Now prepare for Kansas licensure in middle-level math or science while you keep working. Our online program pairs students with a teacher-mentor during internships.
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Your classroom. Your career.
You already know your students and your school. Now prepare for Kansas licensure in middle-level math or science while you keep working. Our online program pairs students with a teacher-mentor during internships.
Online Bachelor of Arts in Education – Teacher Apprentice Program™ Middle Level Math and Science
Turn your classroom experience into a teaching career with Wichita State University’s Teacher Apprentice Program™ (TAP), designed for paraeducators and long-term subs. You’ll be prepared for middle-grade math or science licensure with fully online coursework. Eligible candidates may have the opportunity to serve as a teacher of record while completing the program.
Wichita State collaborates with Kansas community colleges and technical schools, so your earned credits can count toward your degree. TAP™ is designed for paraeducators and long-term substitutes working in Kansas schools, and it prepares students for Kansas licensure. Graduates who complete the required licensure exams are eligible to apply for a Kansas teaching license.
Career Opportunities
The TAP™ Middle-Level program offers two pathways: middle-level math education or middle-level science education. Both prepare students to complete the licensure requirements to teach fifth through eighth grades in Kansas.
120 Credit Hours
1,000 hours of field experience
100% online coursework
Every candidate is paired with a TAP™ teacher-mentor
Program Details
Teacher Apprentice Program™ admission requirements
- Be employed as a paraeducator or long-term substitute with instructional duties in a fifth- through eighth-grade math or science classroom for at least eight hours per week.
- Have a minimum 2.0 overall GPA. (If you do not meet this, please contact your academic advisor.)
- Be admitted to Wichita State as an adult learner or transfer student.
TAP™ tuition & financial aid
A teaching degree should fit your budget. Wichita State is one of the most affordable accredited research institutions in Kansas. Qualifying TAPTM students may also be eligible for scholarships.
Note: Financial aid is available to eligible students. Once you’ve applied for admission, the financial aid team will work with you on the next steps. Students may have several options to help cover costs — including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), payment plans or employer tuition assistance.
Student services & support
From your first questions to your first day of class, your Wichita State enrollment specialists are here to help. They’ll walk you through the application process and help with credit transfer, enrollment and more.
Need support along the way? The OneStop portal connects you to WSU student services 24/7/365. One call or click puts you in touch with agents who can help with registration, financial aid, student accounts, admissions and tech support.
Practice Meets Potential at Wichita State University
At Wichita State University, students learn how to translate classroom potential into career success. That’s why we’re committed to advancing students toward their goals every step of the way — from in-demand undergraduate and graduate degree programs to engaging online coursework, top-notch student support, and access to affordable programs with proven career outcomes.
With a generous transfer policy and 200+ program offerings in career-driven fields, students can pursue a professional path in the private or public sector, healthcare, business, the arts, and beyond. With a degree from WSU, student success translates to career advancement, leadership, and growth potential in your field of choice.
