Stanly Community College Teacher Prep Pathway – NC

Stanly Community College

About

For over 50 years, Stanly Community College has been meeting the needs of the region’s workforce. The Curriculum Division leads the way with more than 27 programs of study in fields such as health, business, engineering, computers, public service and college transfer. The Continuing Education Division supports the community through programs in basic skills, adult high school, professional and industry certifications, health care, computer training, protective services and much more! Stanly Community College serves approximately 10,000 students annually across curriculum, continuing education and basic skills programs.

College or University
Albemarle

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I would tell a fellow teacher seeking licensure from Stanly Community College, that it's an ideal program for someone looking for affordability, a program that cares about the well-being of their students trying to work in the field, and a program that allows you to learn what is needed while still having time for your family. It means an opportunity to seek a license for education, the non-traditional route for individuals with a passion for teaching but seeking a career after receiving a bachelor's degree in a different field.

Britney Huntley, Elementary Education Residency Licensure, 2026

It is at our own pace; the material is very helpful and useful as we are teaching. The way that the program is set up clearly has teachers in mind, along with being understanding of the workload we have, and it allows us to not be as overwhelmed since we are currently teaching.

Madison Adams, Elementary Education Residency Licensure, 2026

It’s completely online and allows me to balance teaching in a classroom with my required courses.

Brandy Drake, Elementary Education Residency Licensure, 2026

Britney Huntley, Elementary Education Residency Licensure, 2026

Community College Pathways

Residency Licensure: Elementary Education

From 18 to 36 months
Program Duration
Online
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
No

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Program

Program Info

Finally! A residency licensure program designed BY teachers FOR teachers. The Department of K-12 Education at Stanly Community College offers a personal, professional and streamlined pathway to obtain a North Carolina initial teaching license in elementary education. National board-certified teachers and former principals with decades of experience in the classroom guide you through 18 hrs of coursework, the edTPA and required licensure exams. While the coursework is fully online, residency licensure teachers enjoy personal edTPA guidance and bi-monthly support sessions. You will celebrate victories with your group, work through challenges and encourage others to continue growing as professional educators.

Designed to complement what teachers are already doing in their classrooms, you have three years to complete all licensure requirements but can choose a faster pace. Stanly Community College is passionate about its mission to see teachers achieve licensure- every step of the way. You can apply for the residency licensure program in fall or spring.

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Sep. 01, 2026
Fall
Deadline Unknown
Spring

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Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Stanly Community College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Stanly Community College to see if you can, too!

Amount

Description

Varies

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Scholarships are available through Stanly Community College to help with program costs. Scholarship applications open November 1st. For best results, please apply before April 15th. The scholarship application window closes June 30th.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Elementary Education

Program Costs

Program Overview

Stats

Gender

Male
Female

94%

Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races

18%

12%

71%

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