Answered by Professor X
If you are truly interested in becoming a teacher, University of Phoenix is a terrible idea. The U of P is a for-profit business, not an institution of higher education. Their representatives will try very hard to recruit you in order to get your money. Their instructors are underqualified, and students are routinely given high grades even if their work is poor, just so the U of P can continue to receive their financial aid. Do yourself a HUGE favor and avoid the U of P. Instead, you should earn a bachelor's degree in education at a state college. This is because each state has specific requirements in order for students to earn teaching certification in that state. State colleges are cheapest, and have the strongest education programs for prospective teachers. These programs will also include student teaching, which is a requirement for certification in most states. If you cannot gain admission to a state college in your area, then you could definitely begin by taking classes at a local community college. After you finish there, if your grades were good, and your teachers recommend you, you can then transfer to a state college. I wish you every success. The world needs good teachers!