NC Teach Overview

NC TEACH is a rigorous alternative teacher preparation program designed to recruit, train support, and retain mid-career professionals as they become licensed teachers in North Carolina. The program is administered by the UNC Office of the President, in collaboration with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Established in 2000, more than 1,300 people have become licensed teachers through the NCTEACH program. NC TEACHers currently serve in more than 85 counties and school districts in all regions in the state.

The NC TEACH program begins with an orientation and Summer Institute designed to prepare teachers for classroom entrance. After successful participation in this phase of he program, participants will qualify for a provisional teaching license when they enter a teaching position in a North Carolina public school. While teaching, participants complete requirements for full licensure through NC TEACH. It takes a minimum of 12 months to complete the program and be recommended for a clear and initial license.

For further information visit this web site: http://ceap.wcu.edu/ncteach/

Janice Holt, Director

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