Alternative Education Teacher Licensure Program

The cost for this program is $3,000. It includes instruction and some reading materials. Background check fee and some required texts are not included in the fee, and students are responsible for purchasing them independently.

Participants wishing to invoice school districts for registration fee must make payment arrangement with Continuing Education prior to registration. Any changes in payment method after registration will incur a fee.

Cancellations and payments: All registrant accounts must be paid in full 21 days prior to the start of the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without a refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.

In the event of a cancellation, Continuing Education Services should be notified no later than 21 days before the start of the event to receive a refund, less a 20% administration fee. Cancellation requests received less than 21 days from the start of camp will receive a refund minus a 50% late cancellation fee. Cancellations due to medical reasons will receive a full refund, less the deposit if the cancellation is requested and medical documentation is provided prior to the start of the event. Valid medical cancellations must include a signed letter from a licensed physician to qualify. NO REFUNDS will be given for withdrawal due to early departures, disciplinary reasons, or no-shows after the camp has started. 

All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu provide the registrant’s name, camp title, and medical documentation, if applicable. Refunds will be returned to the name and address of the payer.

We reserve the right to cancel any event for any reason; in such case, all fees paid will be refunded, or contact cesevents@uww.edu for alternate arrangements.

For participants who will be receiving a sponsorship to attend this event, please follow these steps to redeem your sponsorship:

• Register for the event and use the promo code provided by your sponsor during checkout.
• The sponsorship amount will be deducted from your invoice. Any remaining balance will be the participant's responsibility.
• If you need to cancel your registration, please note that the sponsorship funds will be returned to the supporting organization.

Please note that any qualifying discounts given by the event will not be applied after you have paid in full. Be sure to use the promo code during checkout to receive your discount. You will be charged if you do not qualify for the requested discount at the start of the event.

If a refund is issued due to overpayment on your account, a processing fee will be assessed.

If you have received an award or scholarship without a promo code or want to use two promo codes, please call Continuing Education Services at 262-472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu before registering to avoid overpayment fees.

Want to Sponsor a Registrant?
If you would like to sponsor a registrant and cover all or partial fees, you can request a promo code to give to your chosen registrant. Get more information about sponsoring a registrant.

Participants must have a current teaching license. Prior to enrollment, participants are required to submit their undergraduate transcripts and have earned a 2.75 GPA or higher. Participants are also required to submit and pass a background check through Viewpoint Screening. Instructions on how to complete these steps is coming soon.

All online coursework will take place in Canvas. You will receive a link to enroll in the Canvas classroom after submitting required all required documentation.

Get directions to Rock County campus. Address is 2909 Kellogg Ave Janesville WI, 53546.

Parking
Free parking is available in campus lots except in areas reserved for faculty and staff as well as on the streets near the campus. Parking on campus is regulated by the Rock County Sheriff’s Department.

Participants are expected to attend each of the three on-campus days as well as participate in all synchronous and asynchronous online discussions and activities.  Curriculum is equivalent to 9 graduate credits. Participants should expect to spend approximately 150 hours over the course of the program working on readings, assignments and projects in addition to the in-person meetings and observations.

To be endorsed for licensure, candidates must successfully complete the content-based portfolio with an average score of at least 2.5 (Basic-Proficient). Refer to the portfolio rubric on the syllabus for more information.

Login to Online Session: A few days prior to the event you will receive an email from the instructor indicating the steps you will need to take to join this event.  Please contact stinsona@uww.edu if you do not receive this email 24 hours before the event starts.

In-person full day meeting: On Saturday, June 21, July 12, and July 26th, check-in will take place at Rock County Atrium.

Driving Directions
Get directions to Rock County campus. Address is 2909 Kellogg Ave Janesville WI, 53546.

Parking
Free parking is available in campus lots except in areas reserved for faculty and staff as well as on the streets near the campus. Parking on campus is regulated by the Rock County Sheriff’s Department.

By registering for an event, you agree to our Registration Terms and Conditions. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items. UW-Whitewater will hold all registrants responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from event. Registrants dismissed from the event will not receive a refund. Please review the Terms and Conditions for more details.  

We receive many questions from registrants. We have prepared a page with answers to our frequently asked questions about registering and attending an event.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons, regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.

If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.

By registering for this event you understand that the University may take photographs and/or videos of event participants and activities. You will be required to agree at the time of registration that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shall be the owner of and may use such photographs and/or videos relating to the promotion of future events. You will relinquish all rights that you may claim in relation to the use of said photographs and/or videos. Any media shared with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on social media or use of its hashtags grants the University use of media for any purpose.

Insurance

Registrants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as accident insurance provided by the University is limited. Each registrant will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The insurance includes primary coverage up to $10,000. Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for accidents only. The cost of insurance is included in the registration fee.