Fast Track Your Teaching Career
Are you working in a support role in Nevada public schools and dreaming of becoming a licensed teacher? The Nevada Forward™ Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program (UAP)—formerly the Paraprofessional Pathways Project (PPP)—is your fast-track to making that dream a reality.
Designed specifically for individuals like you, this innovative program helps you transition from a support role to leading your own classroom. Discover what makes this program unique and take the next step toward a rewarding career as a Nevada educator. Your journey to the front of the classroom starts here!
Work full-time while completing your degree
Designed for working paraprofessionals and school support professionals in Nevada public and charter schools, students complete their degree while continuing to work full time and earning a paycheck.
Zero out-of-pocket cost for students*
Thanks to generous grant funding, we are proud to offer our program at no cost* to students who qualify.
*Pending continued funding availability; Applies only to tuition and fees—students must still pay for textbooks, licensing fees, etc.
Accelerated coursework and program flexibility
In just four semesters, students complete a high-flex program and all required coursework to earn a degree and complete the requirements to apply for educator licensure in Nevada.
Continuous support services
Students receive concierge support and success coaching to help smooth the path along the way to reaching their academic goals.
Do I qualify?
You may qualify for the Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program if you:
*Applicants who have not completed the required general education coursework may be admitted in the Undergraduate Pre-Apprenticeship Program under the condition that they complete the core coursework before beginning the Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program.
**Applicants not currently employed in a school setting may be admitted under the condition that they begin working in a school setting before the start of the upcoming K-12 school semester.
Undergraduate Apprenticeship Timeline
1.
Apply to Our program
All prospective students regardless of general education status apply to the Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program (UAP). See below for instructions.
You must be admitted to UNLV and receive an admissions decision and to receive the supplemental application.
2.
Application & Transcript Review
All potential apprentices’ transcripts and prior coursework (if applicable) are reviewed during the application process. Your transcripts cannot be reviewed without applying.
Completed within approx. 3-4 weeks of submission — Students are asked to keep an eye on their emails for updates!
3.
Employment in a nevada school
Apprentices must be employed in a Nevada public or charter school as a paraprofessional or school support professional for the duration of their Apprenticeship Program.
4.
Complete Coursework
Depending on the courses needed and academic program, apprentices will be enrolled in 4- and 8-week blocks of courses to complete all program and licensure requirements.
Typically, students need 3-4 semesters of coursework to complete the program. However, our team enrolls you in all the courses you need!
5.
Graduate & Apply for licensure
When all courses have been completed successfully, apprentices graduate with a bachelor’s degree in their program area and can apply for a provisional license with the Nevada Department of Education.
6.
Teach in a Nevada school!
Students who successfully complete their apprenticeship will be eligible for licensure and employable in their subject areas. Many of our students continue working as teachers of record in the schools where they had previously served as paraprofessionals.
Get in touch
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Learn more about what makes our programs unique and browse news stories about our programs.
If you still have questions after reviewing our website, please send a message to coe.recruitment@unlv.edu — we will reply within five (5) business days.
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