Andrews ISD developed the AISD Teacher Academy in 2019 as an impending need for effective, qualified teachers was recognized. As the Teacher Academy has grown, a need for an alternative route to certification was identified. The Alternative Certification Program is designed to allow prospective teachers with a bachelor’s degree the opportunity to complete a research-based program that will build the foundational skills needed to become an effective teacher. Candidates will complete steps, such as coursework, observation hours, and passing certification exams, that will prepare them for an internship and future teacher certification. 

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