Studying to be a teacher? Join our student program

Education Minnesota's Student Program is a preprofessional organization for college and university students planning to be teachers.

How to apply

Apply online for the 2010-11 membership year, or print the 2010-11 application form and return it to us (please allow up to two weeks after applying online for access to members-only content on this site).
- Please choose the membership year carefully as refunds are not provided if you enroll for the incorrect year.
- You do NOT need a member ID number, username or password to apply online.
Check my membership status. This new feature allows you to confirm whether you have a current membership, even if you paid by check. You can also print a confirmation of your membership.
Questions about the online application? Contact the National Education Association.
Please print and keep a copy of your confirmation e-mail.

Questions? Contact us: 800-652-9073 or 651-227-9541.

Benefits of membership
Membership gives you access to benefits like these:

Receive $1 million in professional liability insurance while you're in the classroom. This coverage is important when you're involved in clinical classroom experiences or student teaching. Many colleges and universities as well as school districts require professional liability insurance coverage. If you student teach in another state or country, your insurance covers you as long as you are enrolled in a Minnesota college or university.
Save money on car, home, health and life insurance; credit cards; entertainment; travel; loans, and more through state and national affiliate programs.
Connect with the state and national affiliate organizations. Their publications cover professional issues including licensure, graduation standards, peer review and teaching techniques as well as organizational information.
Network with other pre-professionals.
Expand your leadership skills at the campus level. Education Minnesota works with campus leaders to develop effective chapters.

One of the best benefits is pre-professional development on your campus and at other meetings on topics such as these:

Parent conference tips
Legal and ethical issues
Survival skills for new teachers
Effective use of technology in the classroom
Special education
Interview and job search skills

Eligibility
You're eligible for student membership if you're preparing for a career in teaching.

Once you graduate and are licensed to teach, you're no longer eligible for student membership. However, you can join via other membership categories such as substitute membership, associate membership, part-time or full-time membership, or membership for interns.

Dues
Student Program dues are $25 per year; the membership year runs from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31. Campus chapters may also charge dues. Your membership begins when Education Minnesota receives your application and check.

Contact us!
If your college campus doesn't have a campus chapter, we encourage you to start one. Education Minnesota will provide staff time and some financial assistance to new campus chapters.

For more information contact Tammy Barnes, 800-642-3239.

August 12, 2010