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New Mexico Junior College enjoys the distinction of being the first independent junior college built in New Mexico. The campus currently has a student population of approximately 3,000 students. 
 
The College offers Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees and business and industry trade certificates. Through its outstanding programs, staff and services, New Mexico Junior College fills a critical educational need for Lea County and the surrounding area by actively promoting success through learning.

  • College or University
  • Hobbs, NM

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Certification-only

Alternative Licensure for Elementary Education

  • 18 months

    Program Duration

  • Online

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

The Yvonne Williams Certificate Program for Alternative Licensure in Elementary Education offers an innovative pathway to becoming a teacher. This 12-credit program combines engaging coursework with a hands-on, supervised field experience in a local classroom. If you have a bachelor’s degree and aspire to teach elementary students (grades K-8), this program allows you to teach in a New Mexico school while earning your Level 1 New Mexico teaching license—and you'll be paid for your work!

All classes are offered online, with one course per semester, including during the summer. You can complete the Alternative Licensure program in as little as 18 months.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • May 24, 2025

    Summer

  • Aug. 15, 2025

    Fall

  • Jan. 09, 2026

    Spring

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $440

    In State Tuition

  • $560

    Out of State Tuition

  • $0

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

No cost offsets reported by New Mexico Junior College at this time.Check outExplore Financial Aidto find other scholarships and other financial support in New Mexico.

Certifications

Elementary K-8

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