Certification Programs
SBEC Certification Programs
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The Cohort of Leadership Associates (CoLA) is a 15-month, field-based, performance-oriented program designed to prepare associates to become effective school administrators.
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The Teacher Orientation and Preparation Program (TOPP) offers recruiting, screening, training, placement assistance, Texas teacher certification, and support services.
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 Paraprofessional CertificationThe paraprofessional certification training is a four-day workshop for anyone interested in becoming a teacher’s aide. The purpose is to provide relevant and scientific-based research strategies to develop paraprofessional skills. This virtual training includes the role of a paraprofessional, ethics and professionalism, behavior basics, and instructional strategies in reading, writing, and math. The last day will include a paraprofessional certification assessment. |
 Education Service Center, Region 20 offers a half day training that will provide participants with the knowledge and skills that are needed in order to be an excellent substitute teacher. These important educators will be taught the essentials of classroom management, professionalism, collegiality, teamwork, and ethics.
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The Texas Superintendents’ Certification Institute (TSCI) is a high-quality, comprehensive certification program designed exclusively to prepare aspiring educational leaders for the superintendency through non-traditional means.
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Alternative Certification for Teachers (TOPP)Other Certification Programs
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The training program covers specific school bus safety education training in accordance with the DPS Program Guide For School Bus Driver Training in Texas.
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The Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraiser Certification training offered at ESC-20 is a three-day face-to-face training for current and aspiring administrators. Attendance is required for all three days in order to obtain access to the online certification test.
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