Certification Requirements for Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, Special Education, Communication Disorders, and Preschool Special Education.

Overview & Synopsis

These guidelines outline certification requirements for public school teachers in Utah and standards for teacher education programs. The Basic Teaching Certificate is distinguished from the Standard Teaching Certificate. Within each type, requirements are explained for early childhood, elementary, secondary, special education, communication disorders, and preschool special education certificates. Basic Teaching Certificate candidates must have a bachelor's degree and must have completed an approved teacher preparation program. General standards for approval of teacher preparation programs are listed, followed by standards for the following specialty areas: early childhood/elementary specialization; middle; secondary; special education (mild/moderate, severe, hearing impaired, and visually impaired); and communication disorders (speech pathology and audiology). (JDD)