Career and Technical (CTE) Authorization
The Initial CTE Authorization (3-year) and the Professional CTE Authorization (5- year) qualify you to provide Career and Technical Education services to secondary students in Colorado public schools.
Initial
An Initial CTE Authorization is valid for three years and is issued in conjunction with one or more specific requirements that must be completed in order to qualify for a Professional CTE License/Authorization. A memo will be sent to you via email outlining the remaining requirements for your particular authorization.
The Initial CTE Authorization is not renewable.
Professional
The Professional CTE Authorization is issued for five years. Renewal of the Professional CTE Authorization requires 6 semester hours of professional development that relates to the applicant’s credentialed area.
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