The Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia has developed a 5-year teacher education program to improve and strengthen preservice preparation. Changes in the program are based on beliefs regarding characteristics of effective teacher education programs and the requirements necessary to implement those characteristics. The program seeks to produce teachers who are effective decision makers through five domains: (1) knowledge of subject matter relating to teaching area; (2) knowledge of subject matter complementary to teaching area; (3) knowledge of substantive areas (such as psychology and sociology); (4) knowledge of self; and (5) pedagogical knowledge and skills. Skill development in these areas is achieved through observation, diagnosis, planning, management, communication, and evaluation. A description of the program is offered, with information on application requirements, admission screening, advancement to graduate study, academic advising, and program components. (CB)