What is the Alternative Certification Program (ACP)?
The ACP is designed to offer non-education majors who have met the subject area requirements for temporary certification the opportunity to be trained as educators.
ACP is a three part program that includes:
ACP is a three part program that includes:
- Course/Module work for professional preparation through the following:
Participation in BEACON Online modules (1-3 year completion),
(OR complete college coursework for credit to meet certification needs - doing coursework on your own is not part of the Alternative Certification Program)
Participants are given a choice of either completing all modules in the Alternative Certification Program or completing 15 semester hours in college coursework as another route to certification. College coursework and modules may NOT be combined.
Needs are unique for each teacher and guidance from the District Certification Specialist is a must. - Completion of the district Professional Orientation Program (POP)
- Successful completion of the state online reading course, FOR-PD, Competency 2
- Successful completion of the Professional Education Exam (study guides are available)
What are the qualifications to participate in the ACP?
To qualify you must:
To qualify you must:
- Be a paid instructional employee of the Santa Rosa County School Board
- Hold or be eligible for a temporary certificate from the Florida Department of Education
How long does the program take?
ACP is a one to three year program which may be successfully completed in one year provided the following requirements are met:
ACP is a one to three year program which may be successfully completed in one year provided the following requirements are met:
- Teach a minimum of 180 days with students
- Attend pre- and post-planning days for teachers
- Successfully complete all district Alternative Certification requirements
- Pass the Professional Ed. Exam.
What is the cost of the program?
The cost of the BEACON Online Course/Module Program is approximately $1,460. The Program cost is divided throughout the coursework and corresponds with the modules. For information or registration information visit www.beaconeducator.com.
The cost of the BEACON Online Course/Module Program is approximately $1,460. The Program cost is divided throughout the coursework and corresponds with the modules. For information or registration information visit www.beaconeducator.com.
How do I find out more information about the Alternative Certification Program?
Once you are hired in an instructional position you will meet with one of our Certification Specialist in the Human Resource Office for additional information.
Once you are hired in an instructional position you will meet with one of our Certification Specialist in the Human Resource Office for additional information.
