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Appeals Process

To be recommended for licensure by the College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University, candidates must successfully complete all program requirements as mandated by state regulations. These requirements include completing or fulfilling each of the following:

• An earned bachelor’s degree
• A PELSB-approved teacher licensure program
• A 16-week student teaching experience
• The Candidate Preservice Assessment of Student Teaching (CPAST)
• Appropriate professional dispositions
• The Standards of Effective Practice and relevant content standards
• Completion of all required licensure application components

In addition to the state licensure requirements listed above, CSB+SJU candidates seeking an additional license must complete specified content-area coursework, pedagogy courses aligned to the scope and content of the license, and a 17 week student teaching experience (12 weeks aligned to the scope and content of the initial license and five weeks aligned to the scope and content of the second license). Candidates are encouraged to meet with an Education Department advisor as early as possible to review requirements and construct a plan.

• Completion of the Candidate Preservice Assessment of Student Teaching (CPAST)
• Completion of a minimum of 124 credits including all Integrated Curriculum requirements
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, content field GPA of 2.5, and education major or minor GPA of 2.5
• Completion of all required education major or minor coursework and required content field coursework with a grade of C or better
• A recommendation from the student teaching cooperating teacher
• A faculty supervisor evaluation
• Documentation of dispositions
• Knowledge of the Code of Ethics

Students interested in learning more about the cost of attendance and financial aid are encouraged to visit the CSB+SJU financial aid page.

Education Department Course Substitution Policy

Please note: We will not substitute prior experience for student teaching requirements.

The Education Department follows the CSB + SJU Complaint and Resolution Policy. When concerns arise, we encourage students to first address them directly with their instructor through honest, respectful dialogue. If the matter remains unresolved, the department chair serves as the second point of contact. If a satisfactory resolution is not reached through conversation with the instructor or department chair, students may file a formal complaint.

Code of Ethics for Minnesota Teachers

Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from field experiences and student teaching.

Visit Membership & Benefits > Aspiring educator: https://educationminnesota.org/membership-benefits/join-now/aspiring-educator/.

Scroll down the page and click on “Online Application” for the student enrollment and renewal form.

BE SURE to check the correct membership year below the “Check My Membership Status” box.

Complete the form and follow the rest of the directions. The $28 fee can must be paid using your savings or checking account routing numbers.

You should receive a membership verification by email.

Refund/Rebate on liability insurance (after graduation):

Education Minnesota states that when you’re hired by a school district, Education Minnesota will pay you $20 for every year you’ve been a member as long as you have verification. Find information to apply for a rebate of a portion of your dues under the heading “Dues”: https://educationminnesota.org/membership-benefits/join-now/aspiring-educator/.

Students will abide by the background check policies of the schools in which they complete field placements and student teaching. If the school charges a fee for the background check, students will be responsible for this cost. Instructors will notify students of school policies.

Students should contact Leah VanOverbeke with questions.

Education Club is a student-run organization for current education majors, minors and CSB+SJU students considering education. Connect with them via Instagram at @CSBSJUEDCLUB.

The Minnesota’s Professional Educator and Standards Board (PELSB) has accredited the College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University Education Department and fully approved all licensure programs.