The Bluefield State Alternative Teacher Certification program is low cost, involves completing only two online courses, is self-paced, and can be completed in a single semester.  It provides certification that can be used throughout West Virginia and provides a way to address the statewide teacher shortage in a timely fashion.

New Teacher Certification Accelerates Path to Licensure at Bluefield State

Bluefield State University’s Alternative Teacher Certification program provides an accelerated pathway for aspiring teachers to earn a teaching license and launch their careers in education.  “The program is endorsed by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDOE) and involves completing two online courses,” noted Dr. Terene Stiltner, BSC Teacher Education Director.  She explained that the…

IBM Training and Badge Certification

Bluefield State College Now Offering IBM Badge Certification

                Partnering with technology giant IBM, Bluefield State College is now offering training and certification in data science.  BSC is among the first institutions of higher education in the world to provide students the opportunity to earn IBM badge certification, according to Dr. Bill Bennett, Computer Science Department Chair at Bluefield State.                  “Through IBM’s…