Educator Preparation Program

Pathway

Summary of Admissions Requirements

Transition Points (Read Transition Point 1 Thoroughly)

Delaware Alternative Route to Certification (ARTC) Program

Residents

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from bachelor’s degree or higher institution - exceptions available on a first-come, first-served basis

• Delaware Department of Education health clearance and criminal background check clearance

• Subject-Specific Coursework and Demonstration of Content Knowledge - 24 credit hours or Praxis II exam by end of first year - see here

https://rly.gs/derescerttransitions

Delaware Alternative Route to Certification (ARTC) Program

Non-Residents

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from bachelor’s degree or higher institution - exceptions available on a first-come, first-served basis

• Delaware Department of Education health clearance and criminal background check clearance

• Subject-Specific Coursework and Demonstration of Content Knowledge - 24 credit hours or Praxis II exam by admission - see here

https://rly.gs/dealtcerttransitions

Delaware Additional Certification Program in Special Education

Advanced Certificate in Special Ed

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from bachelor’s degree or higher institution - exceptions available on a first-come, first-served basis

• Delaware Department of Education health clearance and criminal background check clearance

• Active Initial, Continuing, or Advanced License and a Standard Certification in a content area and grade level that aligns with their current teaching role

https://rly.gs/despedcerttransitions