

To find out more about state-approved alternative certification programs, contact The complete requirements of alternative certification are detailed within WVBE Policy 5901, (Region 3) Putnam County Alternative Certification Program for Special Education Region 7 Alternative Certification Program Region 6 Alternative Certification Program Region 5 Alternative Certification Program Region 4 Alternative Certification Program Region 3 Alternative Certification Program Raleigh County Schools Alternative Certification Program Ohio County Schools: Program for Alternative Certification (PACT) Mercer County Schools Alternative Certification Program These reports provide the number of Standard teacher certifications awarded by program type, certification area, and effective year during the. McDowell County Schools and Wyoming County Schools Alternative Certification Program (Select a school district to access its homepage and contact information.)Īlternative Certification of Educators (ACE)Īlternative Certification Through InnovationĬabell County Schools: GROW Educators (Guide, Retain, Orient, and Welcome) Upon successful completion of a state-approvedĪlternative certification program, applicants would be eligible toĪpply for an Initial Provisional Teaching Certificate.Īt this time, the following alternative certification programs are approved by the WVBE (updated as of ): Individuals do not enroll into approved AC programs until an Alternative Teaching Certificate is issued by the Office of Certification.

Teaching Certificate (see the AC frequently asked questions document for state minimal eligibility criteria). Vacancy in an identified area of critical need and shortage.Ĭandidates must also meet requirements to hold an Alternative Program must contact a school district that has an approved programįor eligibility details and receive an offer of employment for a Like to participate in a state-approved alternative certification Teaching program" are no longer available. Opportunities for participating in West Virginia's formerĪlternative certification program known as "the Transition to To fill teacher vacancies in areas of critical need and shortage. Hold a bachelor's degree or higher and meet the eligibility criteria Opportunities below for school districts to recruit individuals who Recruit and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Strives to assist school districts in their efforts to promote, The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) continuously State-Approved Alternative Teacher Certification Programs (§18A-3-1a - §18A-3-1i)
