Rhode Island alternative route
Rhode Island School for Progressive Education
Credential rules change. Confirm current requirements with Rhode Island Department of Education.
- Run by
- Private organization
- Teach while completing
- Yes
- Max years to complete
- 2
- Website
- Visit
Requirements
| Bachelor's degree | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's in the subject | No |
| Pedagogy coursework | Yes |
| Credit hours | Yes |
| Minimum GPA | Yes |
| Tests | Yes |
| Employment as a teacher | Yes |
| Clinical experience | Yes |
| Professional development | No |
| Mentoring | No |
| Service requirement | No |
| High-need schools | Not reported |
| Shortage areas | Not reported |
| Limited to some grades or subjects | Yes |
| Designed for shortage areas | No |
Grade or subject limits
1. Elementary Education
Credential issued
Candidates earn a certificate in Elementary Education.
Clinical experience
Candidates must be hired to teach in a district and work as teachers of record under an alternative route certificate.
Linked teacher preparation providers
Title II links no providers to this route.