Local Substitute Teacher
Training
Substitute teachers are in high demand in Nebraska. Become a local substitute and teach up to 90 days in any school year within a school district. The local substitute teaching permit is issued through the Nebraska Department of Education and is valid for three years.
If you have not yet earned 60 semester credit hours of college coursework, apply for admission today. A Northeast advisor will help you identify courses that will meet this requirement.
State of Nebraska Requirements
In addition to or as part of the 60 semester credit hours of college coursework, requirements include:
- Completion of a Professional Education Course
- Completion of the Human Relations Training Requirement
- Written request from the Superintendent for issuance of the certificate for a specific School District
- A background check will be completed as part of the application process
Additional information about the local substitute teaching permit and the application is available from the Nebraska Department of Education.
Courses and Program Options
Northeast offers the following courses to meet the professional education and human relations requirements:
Course Number | Course Name |
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ECED 1110 | Introduction to Professional Education |
SOCI 2150 | Issues of Unity and Diversity |
Northeast also recommends the following coursework:
Course Number | Course Name |
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HLTH 1730 | Pediatric Basic Life Support and First Aid |
PSYC 2300 | Psychology of Learning |
ECED 2050 | Children with Exceptionalities |
Financial Assistance
Our Financial Aid staff works with students, parents, and counselors to help meet the cost of a college education. Visit Financial Aid for more information. You may also be able to receive financial assistance through the Community College Gap Assistance Program.
For additional information please contact Amy Kaiser at (402) 844-7245.