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You have 2 paths to be recommended to the GaPSC for certification:                        (1) Undergraduate and            (2) GRADUATE CERTIFICATE                   

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You have 2 paths to be recommended to the GaPSC for certification:                        (1) Undergraduate and            (2) GRADUATE CERTIFICATE                   

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(1) UNDERGRADUATE: declare a language major with teacher certification specialization.                (2) GRADUATE CERTIFICATE (if you already hold a B.A./B.S. degree and can provide evidence of  language proficiency.)                                           *Applying to GSU can take 2-3 months for acceptance. You must CLOSELY monitor your progress toward Admissions.  You may text Dr. Garrett-Rucks if you need help at 608-395-5189.

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To apply to the Graduate Certificate Program, please click here: https://gradapply.gsu.edu/apply/

NOTE: Attached below you will find screenshots on HOW to apply for this program.

Program Admission Requirements

All applicants must meet the  requirements for GSU admission to graduate study. Additional requirements specific to this program include:

Statement of Purpose: interest in teaching and background experiences in the target language use (study abroad, family connections, travel, or favorite coursework)

An undergraduate or graduate degree or the equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university.

Students must meet a language requirement. This requirement can be met in one of the following ways:

(1) Successful completion of a B.A. in the foreign language OR

(2) Successful completion of the foreign language content GACE exam. OR

(3) Evidence ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview at Advanced Low proficiency (Intermediate High for Korean or Chinese) through ACTFL (https://www.actfl.org/professional-development/assessments-the-actfl-testing-office/oral-proficiency-assessments-including-opi-opic)

(4)  the WLC Department Proficiency Exam.

Two letters of recommendation as follows: (a) an academic or professional letter, (b) a letter from someone who can evaluate the applicant’s personal qualifications, experience, and background in light of the potential to work successfully with students at the P-12 levels, or (c) a letter from a current work supervisor (if applicable).

Documentation of previous work experience (resume).

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Application Steps for Graduate Certificate

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(1) 2 days per week--2 hours one day, full second day (except DLI endorsement students= two full days a week for 5 weeks).
(2) Five weeks in E.S./ M.S.
(3) Nine weeks in H.S. (mini-edTPA)
(4) Documentation of classroom observations in four levels:
a-PreK to grade
b-Grade 2-5
c.M.S.
d. H.S.

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Below is the Application Form to submit with the 3 materials below:

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Below is the Application Form to submit with the 3 materials below:

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Note: You will need to include with this form:
(1) Tort Liability insurance
(2) GACE Program Admission scores (or exempt status)
(3) GACE Ethics-

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Below is the Tort Liability form to submit with proof of membership ($15-$18)

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Below is the Tort Liability form to submit with proof of membership ($15-$18)

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http://gace.ets.org/register
NOTE: You will need to create a Ga Professional Standards Commission Account first to register: https://mypsc.gapsc.org/Home.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f

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https://www.gapsc.com/EducatorPreparation/Assessment/BasicSkillsInfo.aspx
The Program Admission tests may be exempted if sufficient scores are obtained on the SAT® (1000 Verbal/Critical Reading, and Math), ACT® (43 English and Math), or GRE® (1030 Verbal and Quantitative; after 8-1-11, 297 Verbal and Quantitative). Scores from different test titles may not be combined. For GACE information and registration visit the GACE website at www.gace.ets.org .

Need an old SAT score?

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http://gace.ets.org/prepare/materials/

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http://www.longsdalepub.com/gace/
After you register to Login, you will need this information:
School Number: 88277
School Key: gacesuccess

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Offered 2 times a year (October and February)

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Offered 2 times a year (October and February)

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https://wlc.gsu.edu/home/undergraduate/bachelor-of-arts/teacher-certification/department-proficiency-exam-dates/

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Evidence of 21 credit hours of of language study (or the equivalent) in (1) culture/ perspectives; (2) Linguistics/grammar; (3) literary/ cultural texts

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Evidence of 21 credit hours of of language study (or the equivalent) in (1) culture/ perspectives; (2) Linguistics/grammar; (3) literary/ cultural texts

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FORL 3022/6128

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(2) FORL teaching Methods:  PreK to Grade 8 or High School (NOTE: You can complete the second course DURING your Practicum).

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(2) FORL teaching Methods:  PreK to Grade 8 or High School (NOTE: You can complete the second course DURING your Practicum).

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EITHER

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Student Teaching Information (FORL 4061, 4062, 4062) 12 credits

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Student Teaching Information (FORL 4061, 4062, 4062) 12 credits

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14 weeks teaching in an E.S., M.S. or H.S. under the guidance of a mentor teacher. You will complete your edTPA requirement during this time.

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Internship Information (FORL 4060) 3 credits

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Internship Information (FORL 4060) 3 credits

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In your own classroom where you are working as the teacher of record on a Provisional Certificate or Permit. You complete edtPA.

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Due a FULL semester prior to placement (mid-September for spring placement, mid-February for fall placement)

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Due a FULL semester prior to placement (mid-September for spring placement, mid-February for fall placement)

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https://www.livetext.com/misk5/formz/public/95170/8IHJtpEWpr

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Scroll down to the bottom of each School District to see suggested schools:
https://padlet.com/prucks/AtlantaDistricts

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Gwinnett:
Peachtree E.S.
Norcross H.S.

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Teacher of Record at APS

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Dekabl:
Dunwoody E.S.
Dunwoody, H.S.

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Forsythe:
E.S. ?
Denmark High School , Forsyth Central High School; Cambridge High School

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Cobb:
Smyrna Elementary School
Cobb H.S.

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APS:
Sutton M.S.
North Atlanta H.S

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Paulding County H.S.

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APS
Teacher of record at F.A. Toomer E.S.

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SPRING 2019 Student Teaching / Internship

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SPRING 2019 Student Teaching / Internship

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Dekalb: Druid Hills H.S.

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Dekalb: Lakeside H.S.

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APS_Sylvan Hills Middle School

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Entrance Ethics test: (Do NOT claim enrollment in the teaching program YET).

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Entrance Ethics test: (Do NOT claim enrollment in the teaching program YET).

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https://gace.ets.org/ethics/about

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After getting an email that you've been accepted to the program, you need to apply for a GaPSC Pre-certificate. 

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After getting an email that you've been accepted to the program, you need to apply for a GaPSC Pre-certificate. 

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https://education.gsu.edu/student-services/office-of-academic-assistance/applying-for-certification/certification-requirements/

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1. Send Panther ID from a GSU email account to prucks@gsu.edu  

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1. Send Panther ID from a GSU email account to prucks@gsu.edu  

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Fall (2 courses, 4:30-7:00  on Atlanta campus)
FORL 6122 Marketing L2 skills
FORL 8126 H.S. teaching methods

Spring (1 course, 4:30-7:00  on campus)
FORL 8125 K-8 teaching methods
FORL 6030 Practicum- 2 days = 10 hours per week in a classroom (virtual class meetings)

FALL
FORL 6