City University of Seattle - Alternative Route to Residency Certificate

Alternative Route to Residency Certificate

Special Education with K-8 Endorsement

With BA Ed. (Route 1) or Certification-only (Routes 2-3-4)

What is an alternative route?

The Professional Educator Standards Board of the State of Washington provides an $8000 per year (forgivable loan) toward tuition for candidates who desire to teach in a shortage area. The Alternative Route to Dual Endorsement is part of City University of Seattle's regionally accredited Teacher Certification program, is designed for candidates with significant experience and interest in teaching in special education.

Is this program for me?

To qualify for an Alternative Route, a candidate must submit a signed Letter of Understanding and Support from their district, pass all sections of the WEST-B prior to July, 2008, complete a City University application and interview, and meet the criteria of one of the following:

Route 1: Para currently employed in a public school with 3+ years of experience; Transferable AA
Route 2: Para currently employed in a public school with 3+ years of experience; BA or higher from a regionally accredited college
Route 3: "Career changer" with 5+ years of experience in the field of special ed.; Not employed by a school district; BA or higher in the field of special education
Route 4: Teacher in a public school on a Conditional or Emergency Certification

The program is currently offered in King, Snohomish and Skagit Counties.

Visit the WEST-B exam page.
Visit the Praxis exam page.

What will I learn?

Candidates will demonstrate competencies required for endorsements in both K-12 Special Education and K-8 Elementary Education. During year one of program, candidates work with a cohort to learn and demonstrate the knowledge areas of both endorsements.

What can I do with my degree?

Upon successful competition of this program and any state required tests, you will be prepared to teach special education students in the State of Washington. You will also be qualified to teach Elementary K-8 students.

Five easy steps to get started

If would like to become a teacher and have undergraduate credits to transfer, you may be eligible to apply to the B.A.Ed. program.

General Student Services

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King County

Student Advisor
Barbara Bulger
Phone: 425.709.5223

District Administrators Contact
Corll Morrissey
Phone: 425.709.5332

ESD 189 Area (Snohomish and Skagit Counties)

Student Advisor
Trish Braceros
Phone: 425.438.4308

District Administrators Contact
Stephen Smith
Phone: 425.438.4319