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This newsletter compiles the most up-to-date information concerning what EPPs need to know to best support their faculty/instructors, staff, and candidates. Please thoroughly read all the sections for reminders, upcoming events, To Dos, and FAQs.
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We take this space to highlight questions that we have heard from .
Q: Can a Trade and Industrial candidate qualify for a Clinical Teaching Experience placement?
A: No. Trade and Industrial candidates must complete an internship. Reference 19 TAC §233.14(d)(3) An individual seeking initial certification as a teacher and completing requirements through an EPP must complete one year of creditable classroom teaching experience, as defined in 19 TAC Chapter 153, Subchapter CC, (relating to Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service), on an intern or probationary certificate in the specific area of trade and industrial education.
Q: What are the certification requirements for teaching CTE courses?
A: The Teacher Assignment Chart, available on the Certification page of the TEA website, outlines requirements for teachers in career and technical education assignments. The 19 TAC §233.14 contains the work experience requirements for each Career and Technical Education (CTE) certificate.
Your best source for information and support at the TEA.
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As an Educator Preparation Program, your main point of contact is your Education Specialist.
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View a list of EPPs and their assigned Education Specialist.
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For most efficient assistance, please submit a Help Desk ticket to Preparation Programs.
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EPPs may contact their assigned Education Specialist directly via phone or email.
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Candidates may call (512) 936-8400 and select Option #2: Educator Preparation and Certification for assistance.
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Updated: If EPPs (and candidates) would like to speak to a representative from another area(s), they may call (512) 936-8400 and select one of the options listed below.
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Option 2: Educator Preparation and Certification
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Option 3: Fingerprinting
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Option 6: Investigations
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