Alternative Certification Programs

Alternative Certification Programs are designed for individuals who hold a college or university degree but do not hold a teaching certificate.  If enrolled in an alternative certification program, the applicant has to have already passed the TExES content area exam(s) required for the position being applied for.  The school district must ensure that individuals serving in positions requiring certification, must hold the appropriate Texas credentials issued by the Texas Education Agency.

Alternative certification programs (ACP's) offer a nontraditional route to certification that may allow you to teach while completing the requirements. These programs are located in universities, school districts, education service centers, community colleges, and private entities. There are numerous university-based and alternative certification programs. Visit the TEA website for more information on becoming a teacher through an ACP. Listed below are the ACP programs located within the El Paso area: 

The University of Texas at  El Paso Alternative Teacher Certification Program   500 W. University / College of Ed. Building Room 414 El Paso, Texas 79902 Phone: (915) 747-5572   UTEP ATCP	Region 19 ATCP Alternative Certification Program   6011 Boeing Drive El Paso, Texas 79925 Phone: (915) 780-1919 www.esc19.net
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow Distance Learning (Online) Phone: (877) 674-8217 www.TexasTeachers.org	iteach Distance Learning (Online) Phone: (866) 460-4882 https://iteach.net/