This page contains information about Marketing Education teacher certification. The University of North Texas assists future teachers completing requirements for Career Development Certification, however, the State Board for Educator Certification makes the final decision on all teacher certification in the State of Texas. This decision is made, in most cases, after you have completed a minimum of a one-year of a Marketing Education Instructional internship. Please do not construe this website as "the official word." Again, The University of North Texas (and all other Texas institutions) only makes a recommendation for certification to the SBEC; the SBEC makes the final decision on all teacher certification in the State of Texas.
Step 1
Career Development Plan
A Career Development Plan lists the required courses and activities that the applicant MUST complete before UNT will recommend a student to SBEC for certification in Marketing Education.
A Career Development Plan is needed for a teacher to be hired by a school district in order to teach Marketing Education. You do NOT have to complete the requirements for certification before you can be hired. However, an official Career Development Plan must be on file with the school district before you can begin teaching. Please note that ALL new Career and Technical Education teachers are hired in this manner.
The following is needed before a Career Development Plan can be processed:
- Official transcripts of all colleges/universities ever attended
- $25 money order payable to the University of North Texas (non-refundable) indicating your name and social security number
- Photocopies of any relevant certifications or licenses
- Statement of Qualification (SOQ) form with original signature. A copy of the signed form may not be submitted. Please mark "Marketing Education" for your certification program area (on the front page)
When you have gathered/completed the above packet, mail it to Dr. Jerry Wircenski:
University of North Texas
Dr. Jerry Wircenski
Program of Applied Technology, Training & Development3940 N. Elm, G150
Denton, Texas 76207
(940)565-2714, (940)565-2057 program office
e-mail: akadrj@unt.edu
What happens once the application has been received?
First, the applicant's work experience and coursework will be evaluated. An unofficial Career Development Certification Plan Worksheet will be completed and sent to the College of Education Student Advising Office. During periods of high demand, this may take 1-3 weeks.
Second, the College of Education Certification Officer verifies the application and processes an "Official Career Development Plan." The official career development plan is mailed directly to the applicant once the process is complete. If you have a question about when the application will be completed, please contact Stella Winsett at winsett@coe.unt.edu, or 940/565-2740. Stella's office is located in the College of Education Student Advising Office, Matthews Hall 105, P.O. Box 311337, Denton, TX 76203-1337.
The official Career Development Plan will be completed approximately 6-8 weeks from the time that all necessary paperwork is received. During periods of high demand, it may take longer.
Step 2
Complete Career Development Plan Requirements.
Marketing Education Certification Requirements:
Marketing Courses:
LTEC 4110/ATTD 5110 - Designing Instruction in Career and Technical Education (3 hours, 100% web; Field-activities, Fall and Summer Only)
LTEC 4120/ATTD 5120 - Instructional Methods in Career and Technical Education (3 hours, 100% web; Field-activities, Fall and Summer Only)
LTEC 4130/ATTD 5130 - Instructional Management in Career and Technical Education (3 hours, 100% web; Field-activities, Spring and Summer Only)
LTEC 4140/ATTD 5140 - Work-based Learning in Career and Technical Education (3 hours, 100% web; Field-activities, Spring and Summer Only)
LTEC 4740/ATTD 6030 - Instructional Internship in Applied Technology and Training (a minimum of 6 hours, field-based, Fall and Spring Only)
Completion of self-study program TExES 175 IV - This self-study program prepares students for Domain IV of the TExES 175 Marketing Education examination. Contact Rebecca How R.How@unt.edu to order this program. Program must be completed before the student participates in the required TExES PPR review and practice test administered on the UNT campus.
- MKTG 3650/5000 OR Completion of self-study program TExES 175 M
MKTG 3650/5000 - Foundations of Marketing/Marketing Concepts. Topics include transportation, warehousing, inventory control, materials handling and packaging, and plant and warehouse locations within and between firms. Emphasis on concepts and practices that provide firms with a competitive advantage. Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
Completion of self-study program TExES 175 M - This self-study program (CD based) prepares students for Domains I-III of the TexES 175 Marketing Education examination. Contact Rebecca How, R.How@unt.edu, to order this program. Program must be completed before the student participates in the required TExES PPR review and practice test administered on the UNT campus.
- MKTG 4600 OR MKTG 4630 OR Completion of self-study program TExES 175 M
MKTG 4600 - Retailing: 3 hours. Principles and methods; store location and layout; sales promotion; buying and pricing; personnel management; credit; stock control. Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3650 (non-business majors may complete MKTG 2650).
MKTG 4630 - Electronic Retailing and Promotion Strategies: 3 hours. Addresses advanced aspects of retailing concepts in an electronic, online setting. Topics include promotional issues, privacy and security concerns, target market assessment, building a customer base, site design, order tracking and shipping. Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3650 (non-business majors may take MKTG 2650) or consent of department.
Completion of self-study program TExES 175 M - This self-study program (CD based) prepares students for Domains I-III of the TexES 175 Marketing Education examination. Contact Rebecca How, R.How@unt.edu, to order this program. Program must be completed before the student participates in the required TExES PPR review and practice test administered on the UNT campus.
- Note that completion of the self-study course TExES 175 M fulfills the requirement for both MKTG 3650/5000 and MKTG 4600 or MKTG 4630.
- Also note that there are two self-study programs referred to above:
TExES 175 IV - Required to be included on all Marketing Education certification plans
TExES 175 M - May be taken as an option for either or both of the MKTG course requirements listed above - For LTEC and ATTD courses, refer to the LTEC and ATTD schedule of classes for a list of course availability. Refer to the College of Business Administration for MKTG course availability (UNT Schedule of Classes).
TExES Exams:
- Completion of #130 Pedagogy and Professional Responsibility (PPR) 8-12
- Completion of #175 Marketing Education 8-12
Work Experience:
- Two years of approved marketing related work experience (utilizing skills that will be taught in a future classroom). This work experience is approved through a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) form. This form is approved by Dr. Jerry Wircenski.
Professional Development Conference
- Attend and Complete the Texas Education Business & Marketing Professional Development Conference for new teachers. A Certificate of Completion is necessary for certification.
Step 3
Applying for Certification
Once you have completed all requirements listed on your Career Development Plan (see Step 2) you are eligible to apply for your Marketing Education teaching certificate.
You will contact the College of Education Student Advising Office and supply the documents necessary to demonstrate completion of your Career Development Plan requirements. Please remember that you are responsible for "keeping track" of certification activities, classes and required paperwork.
- University of North Texas
College of Education Student Advising Office
Attn: Stella Winsett (winsett@unt.edu)
Matthews Hall 105
P.O. Box 311337, Denton, Texas 76203-1337
(940)565-2740
The College of Education Student Advising Office will verify that you have completed all of the necessary requirements for you certification application and forward a "Recommendation for Certification" to The State Board for Educator Certification for their approval.
The State Board for Educator Certification will review the College of Education's recommendation and make the final decision on issuing your certification. This is a five year renewable certificate.
Step 4
Continuing Professional Development
Continue to Learn! It is an expectation that every teacher in that State of Texas continue to improve their knowledge, skills and attitude throughout their lives. The program of Applied Technology, Training and Development will continue to assist teachers in this endeavor as it has during the past three decades.
Even More Information
Everyone always likes more information....so, here is the information.
Program of Applied Technology Training and Development (ATTD):
- This program offers certification coursework and is housed in the College of Information at the University of North Texas. This program offers Career and Technical certification in Health Science, Marketing Education, and Trade & Industrial Education.
College of Education Student Advising Office:
- This office processes all official certification paperwork. Dr. Jerry Wircenski can assist you in contacting the correct person in this office when necessary.
Texas Education Agency (TEA)/Career and Technical Education Marketing Education
State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC):
- Mission Statement: "Ensure the highest level for Educator preparation and practice to achieve student excellence."
Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Marketing Division
Marketing Education Association (MEA)
MarkED (Marketing Education Resource Center)