College of Education Resources

The College of Education aligns its curriculum with components required for teacher candidate testing. The curriculum that College of Education students study in their courses along with clinical practices all work together to help prepare them for their state-required teacher certification exam(s). 

Lopes Leap to Teach is a College of Education initiative launched in December 2014 to help Arizona school districts connect with qualified teachers. Districts and schools from across the state visit GCU's campus to present features of its schools' culture, curriculum, diverse programs and available resources. Through relationship building during these events, teacher candidates can learn more about each district and school for potential practicum hours, student teaching requests and future employment. The program has garnered recognition from the Arizona School Public Relations Association (ASPRA). It was named a 2015 recipient of the ASPRA*tions Award in the category of "School District for Excellence with a Specific Program."

The College of Education hosts student clubs and associations for interested future educators, administrators and policy makers. Network and learn while having fun. 

GCU fosters civic awareness and encourages action through volunteering and student involvement. Learn how to become actively engaged in your community with outreach programs such as Lopes for Literacy.

Dispositions are the values, commitments and professional ethics that influence behaviors toward students, families, colleagues and communities. For GCU College of Education students, these dispositions flow from the university’s mission statement. Visit the Professional Disposition of Learners to find out more.

GCU's "Top of the Class" podcast is an engaging platform that showcases insightful discussions on a wide range of educational topics. With knowledgeable guests and hosts, the podcast offers valuable insights, inspiring stories and unique perspectives on various aspects of education. Whether you're interested in the latest trends in teaching, career development or innovative learning strategies, "Top of the Class" provides a wealth of information to help keep you informed and inspired in the ever-evolving world of education.