UTRGV offers a rigorous university-based teacher certification curriculum developed to produce exemplary teacher leaders for the Rio Grande Valley, the nation and beyond.
In coordination with undergraduate academic programs, field experiences and clinical teaching leading to teacher certification are planned and delivered through the Office of Educator Preparation and Accountability. The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) have approved the content and procedures of these curricula. Students pursuing degrees with teacher certification are encouraged to initiate and maintain contact with the Office of Educator Preparation and Accountability in order to stay informed of certification changes, updates and requirements.
TEACHER CERTIFICATION ROADMAP
STEP 1
• Complete TExES Exam Approval Process
(exam preparation cycle)
• Recommended exam preparation sequence
1. Content/Core Subjects
2. PPR
3. Science of Teaching Reading (STR)
(For Elementary and ELAR 4-8 only)
4. Supplemental
STEP 2
• Submit TExES Testing Request
Application in Tk20
(https://utrgv.tk20.com/)
• Attach copies of preparation
material and/or study plan assigned
by TExES lab
• Student will be notified of
approval to test via UTRGV email
• Schedule Exam
(http://www.tx.nesinc.com)
STEP 4
• Finalize certification process
(after finishing clinical teaching)
1. Submit UG Standard Certification
Application in Tk20
(https://utrgv.tk20.com)
2. Apply and pay for certificate with TEA
https://tealprod.tea.state.tx.us/
STEP 3
• Take exam
• Apply for clinical teaching (if applicable)
current clinical teaching requirements
• Upon successfully passing exam, begin
preparation cycle for additional exam(s)
(if applicable)
