Teacher Certification that Works for You
Earn Your Certification Quickly and Affordably
Join the 30,000+ educators who've transformed their passion into a fulfilling career with iteach.
Apply, Prepare, Get Certified
Apply
It’s free to apply. A bachelor’s degree, your official transcripts, and a 2.5 minimum GPA OR Minimum 2.50 GPA in the last 60 hours of your undergrad classes are required. (View detailed admission requirements)
Prepare
Study when it’s convenient for you.
Our online courses empower you to study from the comfort of your home or on the go.
GET CERTIFIED
Faster than you ever thought possible.
Complete our streamlined program while making a difference in the classroom and earning full pay as a teacher.
Leave a lasting legacy. Teach.
Louisiana Teacher Certification Guide to Success!
Everything you need to know about alternative certification in Louisiana: Our free guide has it all - From the first step, to making a difference in your parish as a certified teacher.
How Much is the iteach Program?
Once you enroll with iteach you can start your monthly payments of just $99 toward your total balance. Once you’ve qualified for residency, we’ll automatically spread the remaining balance into easy, budget-friendly installments over 8-10 months. No stress, just focus on your success!
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You make your monthly payments, then you start your field residency, it may look something like this:
- Monthly Payment – $99
- Monthly Payment – $99
- Monthly Payment – $99
- Monthly Payment – $99
- Monthly Payment – Start Residency
Total Paid: $396
Remaining balance $4053.
While in residency, you will pay $405.30 for 10 months until your balance is paid in full!
As you budget, bear in mind there are some additional state-required fees that you will pay to outside agencies or companies.
$0to Apply
Complete an online application in just a few minutes and take the first step toward your new teaching career.
$99 to Enroll
$4,949Total Cost
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Frequently Asked Questions
You may apply at any time; iteach enrolls students on a continual basis.
No. No matter what bachelor’s degree you have, it’s your subject matter expertise, combined with your successful completion of our program, that makes you eligible to teach. We’ll teach you what you need to know and do in order to be a successful teacher yourself.
Candidates must pass the Praxis II for the subject they want to teach. Please refer to the ETS Praxis test overview for Louisiana here to identify the Praxis II, content test, that you will be required to take and pass for state licensure.
No, iteach is not an institution of higher education. Therefore, the program does not qualify for financial aid.
You can complete all program-required instructional coursework within as little as three months. The entire iteach program, including your teaching residency, is designed to be completed within one school year. However, you have two full school years to find a teaching position as long as you are enrolled in the iteach program. Once hired, you must complete all program requirements during your two-semester field experience.
Meet Diana:
From Accountant to Passionate Teacher
Diana spent years as an accountant, but something was missing. She always felt a calling to make a deeper impact, to inspire and guide the next generation. That's when she discovered iteach, an online certification program that made her dream of becoming a teacher a reality.
With the flexibility and comprehensive support of iteach, Diana transitioned from her desk job to a vibrant classroom, where she now inspires her students every day.
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