Alternative Teacher Programs
Your school district can help you find an alternative teacher program to complete while you are teaching. After concluding your program, you can apply for an Initial Colorado Teaching License, then advance to a Professional License.
Initial CTE Authorization
Fill out this worksheet to demonstrate business content competence and work experience - either 2,000 hours in industry (equivalent to about one year) or 3 years full-time teaching.
Helpful Links
Colorado Bureau of Investigations Fingerprinting - sign up for an account, then schedule your appointment.
COOL - sign up with the Colorado Online Licensure and Submission System and review their application checklist before submitting
Business Coursework Endorsement Worksheet - complete this worksheet to demonstrate at least 24-hours of applicable coursework.
ETS Praxis - register for either the 5101 Business Education test or the 5561 Marketing Education test.
CASE - Colorado Association of School Executives - use this search engine to find the perfect business/marketing teaching job for you!
Statement of Assurance - you and your employing school will complete this after you have signed up for an alternative teaching program.