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Washington, DC Educator Preparation Program Requirements

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May 15, 2025

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Summary of Educator Preparation Program Admissions Requirements

Educator Preparation Program	Pathway	Summary of Admissions Requirements	Transition Points (Read Transition Point 1 Thoroughly)
Washington, DC Alternative Teacher Licensure Program	Residents	Bachelor’s degree Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from bachelor’s degree institution - exceptions available on a first-come, first-served basis	https://rly.gs/dccerttransitions
Washington, DC Additional Certificate Program in Special Education	Advanced Certificate in Special Ed	Bachelor’s degree Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from bachelor’s degree or higher institution - exceptions available on a first-come, first-served basis Valid Washington, DC Initial Teacher Credential or Standard Teacher Credential At least one year of teaching experience	https://rly.gs/dcspedcerttransitions

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