Biology (9-Adult) Add-On Endorsement Course Sequence for West Virginia Teachers
This coherent sequence of courses is designed to prepare teachers to pass the Praxis II subject matter exam in Biology.
Teachers who possess a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate and pass the Praxis II subject matter exam in Biology may apply to the West Virginia Department of Education for an add-on endorsement in Biology (9-Adult) by passing the Praxis Exam.*
This sequence of courses will provide you with everything you need to become an effective Biology teacher, you will:
- Understand biology
- Know how to teach biology
- Have the resources to teach biology
Flexible Options:
- Unlimited Self-Study courses for an annual membership fee of $95
- Teacher-Facilitated graduate courses for $195/credit
Take the full sequence of courses to learn Biology from the ground up. Or, take just the courses you need based on the results of our free diagnostic exam.
Courses are 100% online, asynchronous, and self-paced. Start anytime and finish at your own pace.
NJCTL is a duly authorized New Jersey Graduate School of Education seeking accreditation.
WVDE does not recognize NJCTL coursework on an NJCTL transcript for salary advancement.
To obtain credits from an institution accredited by a USED-recognized accreditor, courses can be transcribed with NJCTL’s partner, Adams State University.
* Please note that this option is not available to individuals based upon possessing a Provisional Teaching Certificate, Student Support Certificate, Administrative Certificate, or Permits of any kind.
Preparing for the Praxis II Subject Matter Exam in Biology to Earn an Add-On Endorsement
Step 2
Enroll in the courses suggested by your diagnostic assessment results. All courses are optional and can be completed in any order, though we recommend taking only one course at a time.
Click on a course below to enroll now.
L&T Honors Biology: Chemistry of Life
L&T Honors Biology: Prokaryotes & Eukaryotes
L&T Honors Biology: Evolution & Systems of Life
Learning & Teaching Advanced Topics In Biology
Biology Capstone & Praxis Review
Step 3
Pass the required Praxis II Biology exam.
Step 4
Apply to the West Department of Education (WVDE) for an Add-On Endorsement in Biology (9-Adult).
Beyond Preparing for the Praxis II Subject Matter Exam in Biology
Take additional biology courses to earn more credits, deepen your knowledge of biology, and/or prepare to teach any of the AP Biology courses.
Courses are 100% online, asynchronous, and self-paced.
Start courses anytime and finish at your own pace.
Anyone with a bachelor's degree in any subject, with any GPA, may enroll in NJCTL courses and/or a master's degree program. No prior mathematics or science background required.
NJCTL is an online graduate school of education duly authorized by the NJ Office of the Secretary of Higher Education with initial programmatic accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). NJDOE accepts NJCTL credits towards meeting certification requirements. Learn more.
There are instances when credits from an institution that has institutional accreditation are needed. For instance, some districts require them for tuition reimbursement and/or salary advancement. Some DOEs outside of NJ require those credits to meet their certification requirements. If needed, credit transcription is available. Learn more.
Apply up to 12 NJCTL credits and receive a tuition grant towards a doctorate degree from the American College of Education, accredited by a USED-recognized accreditor. Learn more.
NJCTL has exceptionally affordable tuition at $195 per graduate credit. There are never fees or textbook costs.
Greater Alliance Federal Credit Union provides personal loan financing for those taking NJCTL courses and programs in the United States. Learn more.
We strongly encourage prospective students to check with their district and/or state to confirm that NJCTL courses and/or degrees will be accepted for their intended purpose.
Course Catalog
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NJCTL - The Leader in STEM Education
NJCTL is a duly authorized NJ Institution of Higher Education and the #1 U.S. producer of physics teachers and free, editable materials for teaching K-12 and AP mathematics, science and computer science. It is also a rapidly growing producer of new teachers of chemistry, mathematics, and computer science.