Careers in Education RAP

When you become an educator you have a  powerful and long-term impact on the lives around you.    

This wonderful program is designed for 30 first-year students who want to pursue careers in education or related fields.

When you join this RAP you will...

• Enroll in a unique a 1-credit seminar taught by a School of Education faculty member. 
• Discuss and identify ways to pursue your academic and/or career goals.
• Share your living-and-learning experience with other students committed to exploring opportunities in education. 
• Learn how to navigate the sometimes complex system leading to teacher licensure in Massachusetts.

Regardless of your long term plans-becoming a teacher, guidance counselor, or policy maker-this RAP will help you identify the paths that best suit your individual needs and skills. 

Students in this RAP will participate in a unique a one-credit seminar taught by a School of Education faculty member.  In the seminar you will receive an overview of current educational topics, engage in stimulating group discussions, and have opportunities to work on special projects with others in the RAP.

In lieu of a major in education, UMass offers students other practical methods to achieve their goals. You can declare a minor in education which provides you with valuable coursework and experiences to help you prepare for one of the Educator Preparation Programs which leads to teacher licensure in Massachusetts. 

The Careers in Education RAP provides structure and support as students navigate the sometimes complex system leading to licensure in Massachusetts. 

Be sure to visit the How to Join page on this website to learn about the process and important timelines you must follow to become a member of this fantastic program!