In addition to the accreditation NAU receives from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC<\/a>), the Department of Teaching and Learning’s education degree programs are also\u00a0accredited by other accrediting bodies.<\/p>\n Northern Arizona University offers teacher education programs that are nationally accredited through the Council for the\u00a0Accreditation\u00a0of Educator Preparation (CAEP). Students engage in demanding, hands-on coursework, performance assessments and innovative teaching methods.<\/p>\n NAU offers nationally recognized professional education programs for teacher certification at the early childhood, elementary, and secondary levels, as well as in special education. NAU also offers advanced teacher education programs along with nationally recognized or accredited certification programs for principals, superintendents, school counselors, school psychologists, and school speech pathologists.<\/p>\n Northern Arizona University partners with CAEP and Specialized Professional Associations to make a difference in the quality of teaching and teacher preparation today, tomorrow, and for the next century. CAEP\u2019s performance-based system of accreditation fosters competent classroom teachers and other educators who work to improve the education of all P-12 students. Our education faculty members believe every student deserves a caring, competent, and highly qualified teacher.<\/p>\n For more information regarding CAEP, visit caepnet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\nNationally accredited<\/h3>\n
Higher Learning Commission<\/h3>\n