- Alternative Certification Program
- Program Overview
Certification Information
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Pre-Service Requirements
Candidates will complete:
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50 hours of field-based experience.
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100 hours of coursework.
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A passing score on ALL the required TExES exams.
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In order to be approved to test, the Candidate must complete all required study courses.
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Re-Testers must pass the HISD ACP practice test before the next attempt.
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Internship Requirements
Interns will:
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Be the teacher of Record on a Houston Independent School District campus.
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Complete 150 additional hours of coursework. (300 total hours)
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Receive five formal observations with feedback throughout the year.
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Receive six informal observations with feedback throughout the year.
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Produce effective classroom performance throughout the year.
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Pass the TExES PPR Exam.
Certification Requirements
To earn a Standard Certificate, the Intern must satisfactorily complete the following:
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300 Coursework hours
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Pass all the required TExES exams.
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Produce effective performance ratings in the classroom.
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