Application Process

The MiCAREER Resource Hub application process serves two primary purposes, 1) to support candidates interested in attaining credentials and working in rural school districts, and 2) to ensure critical shortage areas in rural districts are met to the greatest extent possible. Applicants will be admitted each Fall, Spring, and Summer through a two-tiered process. 

Why is there a two-tiered application system, and what can I expect upon being admitted at each tier?

The two-tiered process is designed to be considerate of the unique educational backgrounds and experiences that interested applicants bring to the Hub and the highly individualized nature of the programs they may pursue toward their credential. Thus, the two tiers provide applicants and Hub staff an opportunity to learn about the educational background and experiences of applicants and consider the programs that are available to best assist them in earning their credential.

Tier 1 Admission: 

Candidates admitted to Tier 1 enroll in a semester-long course, or experience, during which they will build a portfolio including their prior knowledge, experiences, and competencies, which can be applied toward their credential. Working through this experiential learning assessment (ELA) system will determine candidates’ remaining coursework required for the completion of their personalized credential program. During this process candidates will be paired with a mentor who will support them throughout their program. 

Tier 2 Admission: 

Once candidates have completed the Tier 1 ELA course in which a personalized program has been developed, they can begin their coursework at a participating Education Preparation Institution (EPI)  program. Part of the process of finalizing a personalized plan involves applying and being admitted to an EPI in the consortium. Thus, Tier 2 admission will require that candidates are admitted to a consortium EPI to continue their personalized plan. Additionally, candidates will need continued district support.

What if I meet with a MiCAREER representative, and I don’t meet the eligibility requirements?

The Governor’s office, legislature, and Michigan Department of Education have put into place many programs to support the need for credentialed educators in our state. A MiCAREER representative will connect you to programs that may assist you in your path to certification. 

  • Step 1

    Complete the request form. Within 5 business days you will be contacted by a MiCAREER staff member

  • Step 2

    A MiCAREER representative will help you determine if you are eligible for our services and direct you to our application.

  • Step 3

    Send all transcripts to micareer@cmich.edu. We will email your central administration recommender the link to the district recommendation form. Applications are completed at this step.

  • Step 4

    Once admitted to Tier 1, you will attend an orientation to the Experiential Learning Assessment system semester-long course.

  • Step 5

    Applicants will submit their Tier 2 applications for MiCAREER. This includes summiting application to the MiCAREER university partner where you will be completing your program.