HAR §8-65-7. Alternative certification program

(a) The minimum standards that an alternative certification program shall meet include, but are not limited to: (1) Is an institution of higher education, an alternative certification program operating independently from an institution of higher education, or a combination thereof; (2) Is able to select, train, and graduate the number of school level administrator candidates determined by the department to be necessary to address shortages in high-need schools or areas and increase the applicant pool eligible for service in any public school; (3) Is selective in accepting candidates; (4) Demonstrates subject matter mastery, and high-quality instruction in pedagogy and in addressing the needs of all students in the classroom including English language learners and students with disabilities; (5) Provides supervised, school-based experiences and ongoing support such as effective mentoring and coaching; (6) Significantly limits the amount of coursework required or has options to test out of courses; and (7) Upon completion, will allow candidates completing the program to qualify for and be 65-4 2998