Alternative Licensing Pathways Supports and Services (ALPSS)

ALPSS Vision and Philosophy

The ALPSS non-traditional, post-baccalaureate educator preparation program at CESA 4 will provide districts, schools, and individual teachers with standards-aligned, proficiency-based, innovative, relevant professional learning that meets varying needs, enhances understanding of best practice and ultimately raises student achievement. Methodology includes a job-embedded, learn-by-doing approach that models effective instruction for deep, personalized learning. This method prepares candidates for career opportunities as highly qualified teachers.

Program Overview

• Whether pursuing a career change or looking to do something different with your degree, CESA 4 offers a pathway to becoming a teacher. 
• If you have a Bachelor’s Degree in any area outside of education, our DPI-approved, 16-month program consisting of rigorous and relevant courses, on-the-job learning, and support from ALPSS faculty will prepare you to become a licensed teacher.  
• ALPSS coursework begins in September and ends in January of the following year. The majority of the courses will last approximately 4-8 weeks and will be housed on Google Classroom. 
• Throughout the program, you will be advised by course instructors who are readily available to answer your questions and support you in the process. 
• You will be expected to attend all seminars where you will learn and network with other candidates and instructors.
• Included in the program are pre-student teaching and a semester of student teaching experiences that are designed to prepare you to enter the classroom upon finishing the program. 

For direct inquiries please email: ALPSS@cesa4.org