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Alternative Applicant

One Year Alternative Teacher Licensing Program

The Alternative Teacher Licensing Program is offered state-wide. Candidates teach full-time under the supervision of a professional support team, while taking educational coursework from a Designated Agency. Upon successful completion of the program, candidates will be eligible for an Initial Colorado Teacher’s License. arrow button More Information...
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Two Year Teacher in Residence Program

The Teacher In Residence Program is offered in specific school districts or BOCES, in collaboration with a university. Candidates take educational coursework, while teaching full-time under the supervision of a professional support team. Upon successful completion of both TIR and an induction program, candidates will be eligible for the Professional Teacher’s License. arrow button More Information...
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Alternative Principal Preparation Program

The Alternative Principal Preparation Program is for applicants who want to become a licensed principal but did not complete an approved Principal Licensure program at a college or university. Candidates are employed as a principal or vice-principal while taking courses from the Designated Agency. Upon successful completion of the program, candidates will be eligible for etiher an initial or professional Colorado Principal License. arrow button More Information...
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Additional Information
Review Similarities and Differences between the Two programs [PDF]
Designated Agencies Offering the Alternative Program [PDF]
Designated Agencies Offering theTeacher-In-Residence Program [PDF]

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