Your first step is to earn PCE Approval. This will be the most time-consuming process, so it is key to get started with the requirements 6 months before your intended PCE start date. Read the following article for requirements. You will be using your FE Dashboard for PCE approval.
PCE Placement Guidelines and Requirements - detailed information on the grade levels, hours, and other in-class placement requirements.
Diversity of Placements section of this article