Earn a bachelor of arts degree from a college or university. All states require a teacher to have a liberal arts degree. If your degree is in teaching or somewhat related to teaching, you are far more likely to obtain a job.
Pass the state or Praxis exam to become certified to teach in the state where you live. Different states have different requirements for teachers, and thus offer different examinations and requirements. The most common is the Praxis exam, which tests basic math, reading and writing skills. You can take practice Praxis tests at www.ets.org/praxis.
Complete a teacher accreditation education program, also known as obtaining a master's degree in teaching. Schools across the nation are increasingly requiring their full-time teachers to possess a master's degree in teaching. This will advance teachers' opportunities at the junior college and college levels. You can easily enroll in a one or two-year post-baccalaureate program to obtain this degree.
Obtain an undergraduate degree in a medical-related field. If you are headed for the medical arena, it is best to start early. Begin your career as a doctor by majoring in biology, chemistry or math, and following whatever premedicine track is offered by your college or university of choice.
Attend a medical school program. These graduate programs are offered by schools across the nation, and are typically highly competitive. Apply to multiple schools for the best chance at being accepted.
Fulfill a fellowship and/or residency. A residency program is a period of paid training required of all medical school graduates, and can vary in length depending on the program. A fellowship is a program that follows the residency program if you are pursuing a specialty, such as pediatrics or heart surgery.
Test for licensure. All doctors must pass the United States Medical Licensing Exam. Though you will test for a license to practice in the state in which you live, it is possible to gain licensure to practice in other states, which does not require additional examination.