ARSD 24:28:12:11. Requirements to complete CTE alternative certificate

The applicant for a CTE alternative certificate shall: (1) Complete a minimum of twelve transcripted credits from a regionally-accredited institution of higher education with a grade of C or higher with: (a) Six credits in methods of CTE and mentorship that include units on classroom management, student assessment, and differentiated instruction; (b) Three credits of adolescent psychology; and (c) South Dakota Indian studies; (2) Pass the state-designated pedagogy test; (3) Adhere to the South Dakota Code of Professional Ethics for Teachers as set forth in chapter 24:08:03; and (4) Receive signoff from the applicant's employing school district or department-accredited school.