S.D. Admin. R. 24:53:04:01

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 30, September 3, 2024

Section 24:53:04:01 - Admission policies and practices

The educator preparation provider shall print and distribute a policy with specific admission standards and procedures that govern student recruitment and acceptance into the preparation programs. The educator preparation provider shall provide written verification that candidates are informed about state laws and rules that govern the issuance of certificates for educational personnel. Criteria for admission shall include the following:

(1) Completion of prior college or university coursework from an accredited institution with at least a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale;

(2) Evidence of academic proficiency at a grade point average of 2.6 or above in the academic major; and

(3) Recommendations based on personal characteristics and experiences requisite to the educator preparation program.

S.D. Admin. R. 24:53:04:01

24 SDR 160, adopted May 28, 1998, effective 9/1/2000; 33 SDR 73, effective 11/2/2006; transferred from; 46 SDR 015, effective 8/5/2019

General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-42-3.

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-42-3, 13-42-4.