While the requirements for an alternative certification vary from state to state, there are certain commonalities found in the programs. A prospective teacher is usually required to complete an accelerated university program, pass the state licensing test, and submit to a series of interviews. The prospective teacher must be able to demonstrate a mastery of educational methods, and participate in a mentor program with a teacher who has completed a traditional education degree.
While the requirements for alternative certification vary from state to state, there are some common elements found in these programs. Prospective teachers usually need to complete an accelerated university program, pass a state licensing test, and go through a series of interviews. They must also demonstrate mastery of educational methods and participate in a mentorship program with a teacher who has completed a traditional education degree.