Approved Educator Preparation Programs

Alternative and Innovative/Experimental Programs

Wisconsin alternative or innovative/experimental educator preparation programs are accelerated programs leading to licensure or are designed and offered in a more flexible way than traditional programs. Often they are developed in partnership with a school district and/or are designed to meet needs in a shortage field. The index below provides information on these programs.

Alternative or Innovative/Experimental Programs Index

PI 34 Administrative Rules

The PI 34 rules, effective July 1, 2004, permit development and approval of alternative programs for initial educator licensing. New programs that are developed are submitted to the Department of Public Instruction for review and approval. Such programs could be offered by a college or university, agency, organization or school district.

Applicants who completed an alternative certification program in another state may be eligible for licensure in Wisconsin if the college or university verifies that the alternative program completed meets the same standards as the traditional program offered. Wisconsin can accept this verification as an equivalency statement.

Questions about the information on this page may be directed to Laurie Derse, 608 266-2386 or Tammy Huth, 608 266-1788.

Last updated on 7/9/2008 2:35:24 PM