Alternative Certification Program Social Studies 4-8

The Alternative Certification Program is an option for individuals to earn a valid Texas teaching certificate in a certificate category found in Texas Administrative Code. Candidates for this plan must complete between 28 to 37 credit hours of Educator Preparation Program (EPP) coursework aligned to their specific certification area. A clinical teaching or internship assignment is required. In addition, candidates must pass the required TExES Certification Exams.