W. Va. Code R. § 126-114-4

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 126-114-4 - Authority of the WVBE

4.1. All programsof study that result in licensure to work in the publicschoolsof West Virginia require the approval of the WVBE. This approval requirement applies to new and continuing programs of study and to any IHE seeking initial approval to offer new programs.

4.2. The WVBE shall adopt standards and procedures for the approval of programs of study that enable prospective teachers who satisfactorily complete such programs and licensure requirements to be licensed in West Virginia.

4.3. The WVBE establishes the WVCPTS to serve as its advisory body on matters related to the preparation of educational personnel. The WVBE shall establish regular communications with the WVCPTS and may solicit its recommendations prior to taking official action on educator preparation policies. [See W. Va. 126CSR154, Policy 5050, West Virginia Commission for Professional Teaching Standards].

4.4. The WVBE acknowledges that the governing boards of public IHEs and the appropriate governing body of a private IHE may establish additional standards and accreditation requirements and procedures regarding EPPs. The WVBE pledges its cooperation with the governing boards or bodies and the institutions under their control in establishing jointly agreed upon programs of study review procedures pursuant to section 12 that emphasize cooperation, minimize duplication, and specify the process and materials to be covered in the review.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-114-4