Office of Educator Preparation and Accountability
Educator Preparation Program
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.

TExES Representative Exam Dates
Review the 2023 Schedule to register for a TExES Representative Exam session.
September 2023
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October 2023
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November 2023
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December 2023
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Teacher Certification Program (TCP) fee
A $45 fee is assessed to all students pursuing a degree leading to initial teacher certification every semester to offset teacher certification costs.