The primary objective of the teacher education program is to lead, encourage and allow aspiring?teachers to become responsible, articulate leaders?with strong academic preparation; with professional attitudes that reflect knowledge of the learning process; and with a deeply felt sense of their role as models for their future students to emulate.

The Department of degree and certification programs are rooted in the mission of the University of Dallas and its core?curriculum, a strong educational foundation which incorporates?a historical and philosophic approach. Aspiring?teachers also acquire knowledge and skills to create enriching, rewarding classroom environments for their students living in today's world of accelerating change.