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The Education Department faculty and staff are committed to ensuring all teacher candidates have access to comprehensive support throughout their academic journey. On this page, we provide access to information that is intended to support students as they move through their licensure programs.
Admission & Appeal Processes
State Requirements for Licensure
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)
- The Standards of Effective Practice and relevant content standards
- A background check
- Licensure application
Completion Requirements
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Programmatic Costs
| Expense | When | Cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liability Insurance | Annually | $28.00 | $112.00 |
| Transportation to schools | Annually | Varies | Varies |
| Teaching License | Completion of Program | $90.25 | $90.25 |
Course Substitution Policies
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Grievance Procedures
The Education Department follows the CSB+SJU Student Complaint and Resolution Policy
Teacher Code of Ethics
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Transportation
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Liability Insurance
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/.
Background Checks
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
Education Club is a student-run organization for current education majors, minors and CSB+SJU students considering the department. Connect with them via Instagram at @CSBSJUEDCLUB.
College of Saint Benedict
Saint John’s University
Leah VanOverbeke
Education Department Specialist
CSB HAB 125
320-363-5709