Sam Houston State University is the oldest teacher training institution in the state of Texas with approved teacher education programs.
Sam Houston State University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) for its educator preparation programs.
Sam Houston State University is accredited by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) through the Texas Accountability System for its educator preparation programs.
Sixteen of the educator preparation programs in the College of Education have earned the highest category of national recognition, earning distinction for their impact on K-12 student learning and retention in the field.
The educator preparation programs are field-based through the Sam Houston Innovative Partnerships with Schools (SHIPS).
