Field experiences are a critical component of your teacher preparation program, providing valuable opportunities to apply your knowledge, develop your skills, and gain real-world experience in diverse classroom settings. You will complete a designated number of field hours in a P-12 educational setting. Required hours vary depending on the courses in which you are enrolled.
This page offers essential information and resources for students completing field experience requirements including details about background checks, liability insurance, contact information, and other important guidance to help you navigate your field experience successfully.
Field Experience Requirements
In order to be placed in P-12 schools you must:
Field Experience Requirements
Successfully complete a criminal background check: Due to the sensitive nature of working with children in a public/private school system, a new background check is required at the time of application to the College of Education and Human Development. This will be conducted by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission as part of the pre-service certification process.
Pre-Service Certification Process
Expected Conduct and Dress Code: As a teacher candidate of Augusta University, you are representing the College of Education. You must dress professionally, which means no jeans, no sweat suits, no shorts, no flip flops. Inappropriate behavior or dress will not be tolerated and teacher candidates who exhibit such behavior risk being withdrawn from the class. Dress and Appearance of Teacher Candidates
Tort Liability: Liability insurance must be purchased prior to beginning the first education class (EDUC 2110/2120/2130 or SPED 3002/5002). This liability insurance will be needed for the duration of your education program. Therefore, we recommend that you purchase enough years of coverage to extend until your expected graduation date. Liability insurance can be purchased from either SPAGE or SGAE (websites are listed below). Proof of liability insurance must be provided to Jackie Creasy. For more information on the Tort Liability Insurance to D2L course.
Candidate Guide to Applying for Pre-Service Certification
Are you looking for a job or internship? If yes, check your Augusta University CareerLink!
If you are in need of employment options that may also provide field experience credit, Augusta University's Career Center may be able to help you! Call the Career Advisor to the College of Education at 706-731-7093 or visit Augusta University's Career Center for information on additional opportunities.
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