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Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program (RTAP)

Program Offerings

Elementary Education PreK–6

  • Complete your degree in as little as 16 months
  • Flexible modalities: Evening classes, Zoom, or Fully Online
  • Designed for paraprofessionals with 60 credits or an associate degree
  • Available only in participating school districts

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Early Childhood Unified (ECU)

  • Complete your degree in as little as 2 years*
  • Specialized preparation to teach children from birth through grade 3
  • Focus on inclusive practices and developmentally appropriate strategies
  • Flexible modalities: Evening classes, Zoom, or Fully Online
  • Designed for paraprofessionals with 60 credits or an associate degree
  • Available only in participating school districts

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Secondary Education

  • Complete your degree in as little as 2 years*
  • Mathematics: Equip students with strong content knowledge and effective strategies for teaching middle and high school math.
  • English Language Arts (ELA): Prepare to teach reading, writing, literature, and communication skills.
  • History: Gain expertise in social studies and history instruction, engaging students in civic understanding and historical inquiry.
  • Flexible modalities: Evening classes, Zoom, or Fully Online
  • Designed for paraprofessionals with 60 credits or an associate degree
  • Available only in participating school districts

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*Completion time depends on transferable credits brought into the program.

Why Choose Newman University?

  • Accredited and mission-driven programs
  • Designed for working paraprofessionals
  • Multiple pathways and flexible schedules
  • Supportive faculty and personalized student support

Contact Us

We suggest using our contact form here or you can contact directly:

Jessica Bird
Dean, School of Education & Social Work
[email protected]
620-272-7281

Newman University is proud to partner with participating school districts to expand access to high-quality teacher preparation programs across Kansas.