Alternative certification
A route to a teaching license for people who already have a degree but did not complete a traditional teacher preparation programme, often teaching while training.
- Used in
- United States
- Topic
- Teacher training
Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.
Classfern Pro: report writer, Ask Fern, forum and jobs – no ads. What's in Pro Join Classfern Pro
Learn how – Glossary: watch the 1-minute video · print (PDF)
Related terms
- Teacher certification United States
- The process of meeting a state's requirements, such as a degree, a preparation programme and exams, to receive a teaching license.
- School Direct England
- A school-led teacher training route in England in which a school works with an accredited provider, salaried or fee-funded.
More terms: Teacher training
Cooperating teacher · edTPA · Mentor · Praxis · Reciprocity · Student teaching
More terms starting with A · Education glossary A–Z · Get a TIP for your class
Definitions are written by Classfern in our own words for teachers in the UK and the US. They are short explanations, not legal or official definitions: always check the official guidance for your country, nation or state. Classfern is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government department, inspectorate or exam board named here.