Adventist Teacher Certification

Southern Adventist University, located in Collegedale and founded in 1892, offers an education that integrates academic excellence with spiritual and character development. The university serves a student community focused on holistic learning, combining rigorous degree programs with faith-based values and service opportunities. Southern Adventist provides a supportive campus environment where students grow academically and personally in small-class settings with engaged faculty.

The university offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, business, education, nursing and theology, emphasizing experiential learning and community engagement. Facilities support both academic pursuits and campus life, and the institution’s commitment to service and leadership prepares graduates for meaningful careers and civic contribution. Career services, practicum placements and faith-integrated curricula help students translate classroom learning into professional competence and ethical practice.

International students at Southern Adventist University can expect a close-knit community, access to personalized advising and opportunities to participate in service projects and campus ministries. The university’s values-driven approach appeals to students seeking both academic preparation and spiritual growth. Prospective applicants should highlight academic readiness and an interest in community engagement when applying, and can benefit from early contact with admissions and international student services to plan accommodation and orientation.

The Adventist Teacher Certification is a non-degree program for K-12 teachers who want to bring faith into the classroom. It's a one-year program that offers certification courses, some of which are available online.

The curriculum covers topics that help teachers discover new ways to teach and bring faith into the classroom. Students will develop skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching methods. The program also helps students learn how to make their teaching more effective and engaging.

Graduates of this program can work as Elementary School Teachers, High School Teachers, Curriculum Developers, Education Consultants, or School Administrators. They can work in private schools, public schools, or religious institutions, for employers such as school districts, dioceses, or educational organizations.