Available in the Yakima Valley

Heritage 105, one of seven nationally recognized highly innovative programs in K-8 teacher preparation  serving candidates through a residency-based approach.  The program is a partnership of Heritage University, Educational Service District 105 and the school districts of Mt. Adams, Toppenish and Mabton.

Candidates accepted into the program serve on teams with other candidates and a core teacher, are assigned to a school and classroom and work directly with K-8 pupils full-time four days a week.  On the fifth day, candidates participate in seminars focused on the most immediate needs of candidates. The program operates on the district’s school calendar and candidates must be able to participate from mid-August through early June.

Candidates who successfully complete the program will earn an MIT degree in education with certification endorsements in K-8 and English Language Learners (ELL).  The 36 credit program is completed in three semesters. 

Heritage 105 Vision

To establish a collaborative, residency-based model of teacher preparation that results in highly effective, deeply motivated educators.

Heritage 105 Mission

Heritage 105 exists to design, implement and evaluate an innovative model of teacher preparation which results in:

• Highly effective teachers who are prepared to work in diverse settings and able to structure equitable learning opportunities that result in success for all students;
• Teachers who work effectively in teams;
• Teachers who engage in continuous growth that leads to longevity in the profession;  and
• Teachers who reflect the cultural plurality of our region and nation

For additional information, please see the Heritage105 office in the College of Education and Psychology.