Career and Technical Education (CTE) Applicant

Initial CTE Authorization (First Time Applicant)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Initial CTE Authorization

Converting an Initial CTE to a Professional

To be eligible for the professional authorization, applicants must have completed the coursework and/or experience assigned when the initial authorization was issued.

Frequently Asked Questions about Converting an Initial CTE to a Professional

CTE Renewal and Reinstatement

Renewal:

A valid CTE Professional Authorization may be renewed every 5 years with the combined equivalent of 6 semester hours or 90 contact/clock hours of related renewal credit. A combination of college credit, professional development, and in-service workshops earned no more than 5 years prior to the submission date of the CTE: Renewal/Reinstatement application will be accepted with proper documentation.

Reinstatement:

For a CTE authorization that has lapsed for 2 or more years, in addition to the requirements assigned at the time the CTE credential was issued, the applicant must provide verification of 1,000 hours of related occupational experience completed in the content area within the last 5 years. For instructors that have been teaching in the CTE content area for the last 7 or more years, 3 school years of full time instructional experience in the credential area may be substituted for the 1,000 hours of relevant occupational experience that is required to renew a lapsed credential.

Frequently Asked Questions About CTE Renewal and Reinstatement

CTE Added Pathway

Upon meeting all necessary requirements, an added pathway may be combined with an existing CTE authorization or linked to a professional teaching license.

Frequently Asked Questions About CTE Added Pathway

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