When will I be fully certified by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)?
Certification is awarded upon completion of the ACP program, which could be after completion of a one-year internship. Will this certificate be issued by the State of Texas and be valid statewide? Yes, the certificate will be no different from certificates issued through traditional university certification programs. What is the CERTIFICATION test pass rate of individuals seeking certification through Alternative Certification Programs? It is really impressive. Currently, 99% of all Alternative Certification Program, first time test takers, pass the test on the first try. You can review additional data by visiting the State Board for Educator Certification website at www.state.sbec.tx.us. What do I do if I do not have work authorization for employment in the United States? If you are accepted into the Alternative Certification Program and selected by the principal for assignment, HISD will become your sponsor for work authorization. The applicant is responsible for all payments to an i
