Become A Georgia Certified Teacher with the M.A.T. Program

    Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM until 5:30 PMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

    Do You Want to Become a Certified Georgia Teacher?

    Ready to explore becoming a certified teacher in Georgia? Join Mercer University's College of Education for a 30-minute virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and the path to initial teacher certification.
     
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    Explore Certification Areas:

    • Elementary Education (P–5)
    • Middle Grades Education (4–8)
    • Secondary Education (6–12)
    • P–12 Education in select content areas, such as Art, Computer Science, Dance, Drama, Engineering & Technology, ESOL, Foreign Languages, Health & Physical Education, and Music*

    We'll Cover:

    • M.A.T. program options and format
    • Basic admission and GACE requirements
    • Choosing the appropriate certification area
    • Application process and next steps
    • Live Q&A

    Who Should Attend?
    Individuals exploring initial teacher certification who are considering or preparing to start a Mercer M.A.T. application.

    Already have an application in progress? For questions specific to your academic background, content-area eligibility, or application, we encourage you to schedule a personalized admissions counseling appointment.
    If you still need to complete your bachelor’s degree, but would like to become a certified teacher, explore: Mercer's Pathways to Teaching

    Format: Zoom | Length: 30 minutes

    We look forward to speaking with you!

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