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OPTION 9
PLEASE REVIEW THE INFORMATION BELOW. IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION REAGRDING THIS ROUTE, PLEASE CONTACT TODD DAVIS AT: todd.davis@education.ky.gov
This is an expedited route to certification that results in a bachelor's degree and initial certification within three school years. The route requires a college or university to partner with a district or group of districts to develop a program that includes a paraprofessional/residency component and utilizes experienced teachers to provide coaching and mentoring. Though this route requires a candidate to be employed in a classified position while completing coursework, it does not allow the candidate to serve as a teacher while enrolled in the route. To serve as a teacher, an individual must possess a teaching certificate. The Option 9 alternative route only provides for initial certification once the candidate completes the bachelor’s degree and certification assessments.