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Certification Terminology

Professional Certification; Foreign Language

Grade Level of Certification:

K-12

Degree Requirement:

B.A. minimum

Subject Matter Requirements:

24 credits

Professional Training in Education Required:

Yes

Subject Test:

PLACE assessment

Additional Requirements for Advanced Certification:

1. A Colorado initial license.

2. Completion an approved Colorado State Board of Education approved induction program (Exemption from induction program with a valid NBPTS certificate).

3. Supervision by mentor teachers.

4. Ongoing professional development and training.

Links:

Overview: http://www.cde.state.co.us/index_license.htm

Requirement Specifics: http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/Licensure_instate_faq.asp

Routes to Licensure: http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/Licensure_FirstTimeApp.asp

Contact: Educator.licensing@cde.state.co.us