Educator Preparation Program Providers

The resources provided on this page are intended to assist GaPSC-approved educator preparation providers (EPPs) in understanding and applying educator preparation rules, and in preparing for approval reviews.

Policy and Procedure Documents

Document Title Format
GaPSC Approval Decision Options, Effective September 9, 2022 PDF File
Educator Preparation Comprehensive Policy Manual v. 3.0 October 2024 PDF File
Policies and Procedures for Adding New Programs Between EPP Reviews, revised October 2024 PDF File
Endorsement Application and Curriculum Map Template (revised 9/20/24) Word Doc
Substantive Change Policies and Procedures, revised September 2024 PDF File

Guidance Documents

Document Title Format
Rule 505-3-.01 Guidance and Implementation Timeline, effective June 15, 2024 PDF File
Foundations of Reading Implementation Guide for EPPs, July 2023 PDF File
Guidebook for Traditional Field and Clinical Experiences, August 2024 PDF File
Dyslexia Endorsement Guidance, January 2024 PDF File
Instructional Technology Program Guidance, January 2024 PDF File
Pedagogy-Only Program Guidance, January 2024 PDF File
PBIS Endorsement Guidance, January 2024 PDF File
World Languages Education Program Guidance, January 2024 PDF File

Approval Review Information and Procedure Documents

Document Title Format
2024 Approval Standards: Guidance for Interpretation and Implementation PDF File
PRS-III User Guide - Effective for Reviews Beginning Fall 2024 PDF File
Standards for the Approval of Educator Preparation Providers and Programs: Guidance for Interpretation and Implementation, Version 5, July 2023 PDF File
Rejoinder Acknowledgement Form and Instructions for Submitting a Rejoinder Word Doc
Instructions for Filing an Exception to an Evaluation Review Panel Recommendation Word Doc