Introduction
The Professional Teacher and Counseling Education (PTCE) unit at Oregon State University prepares candidates in 24 initial and advanced endorsement areas housed in the College of Education and four other colleges, including one branch campus in Bend. There are about 90 faculty involved in the preparation of teachers and school counselors. The Licensure Faculty Coordinators serve as advisors and policymakers for the unit and report to the Director of Professional Education, Dean Larry Flick in the College of Education.
The College of Education has undergone an extensive redesign to respond to – and anticipate – changes in educational systems in the 21st century. We are collaborating with practitioners in the field to offer an online master’s degree in education that is relevant, authentic, and timely. Through the coordinated efforts of the talented faculty of the College of Education and the cutting edge technology and support staff of Extended Campus, the courses in this master’s degree are now available to students all over the world. Serving students is our number one priority, and we are only a phone call or email away.
The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) for the preparation of elementary and secondary teachers. The graduate program in Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Mission
The mission of the College of Education is to inspire and support teachers, counselors, educational leaders, researchers, and volunteers to promote lifelong learning in schools, colleges, universities, communities, and workplaces. Embracing an innovative spirit in teaching, research, service, and knowledge dissemination, we are committed to the values of diversity and social justice in a global society.
Vision
The vision of the College of Education is to be one of the most exemplary education units in the world. We will
- Prepare professionals who excel as educational leaders.
- Produce culturally competent educators who embrace diversity and social justice.
- Conduct research and lead innovation that significantly impacts educational policy and practice.
- Collaborate as a valued partner within the University and throughout the world.
- Attract resources through leadership in distance education, research and development, and private giving.
The mission and vision of the College of Education is guided by the values of creativity, connection, culture, and caring.
Creativity is openness and curiosity to explore new and different ideas; willingness to share, learn, and experiment; the strength to persevere; and, sometimes, the courage to let go.
Connection brings people together, fosters internal and external collaboration, relationships, and networking, builds capacity, and adds to our understanding of complexity.
Culture is exemplified through developing competence related to diverse cultures, individuals, perspectives, and values that create an environment of acceptance, appreciation, and respect and justice for others.
Caring is ethics and integrity shown through empathy, compassion, and a commitment to celebrate others, which ultimately improves our collective social, educational, psychological, and physical well-being.
Core Values
The four core values of the College’s Conceptual Framework are:
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Reflective Practitioner
- Lifelong Learners
- Diversity and Equity
