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Rule R277-521. Professional Specialist Licensing.

As in effect on August 1, 2009

Table of Contents

• R277-521-1. Definitions.
• R277-521-2. Authority and Purpose.
• R277-521-3. Level 1 License.
• R277-521-4. Level 2 License.
• R277-521-5. Level 3 License.
• R277-521-6. Other Requirements.
• KEY
• Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment
• Notice of Continuation
• Authorizing, Implemented, or Interpreted Law

R277-521-1. Definitions.

A. "Accredited college or university" means a school or institution which is sanctioned through a review process by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

B. "License" means an authorization issued by the Board which permits the holder to serve in a professional capacity in public school administration.

C. "Board" means the Utah State Board of Education.

D. "USOE" means the Utah State Office of Education.

E. "Volunteer or work experience with the public schools" means regular time spent at specific volunteer assignments such as school board member; regular school district employee; regular classroom volunteer or tutor; or local, regional or state PTA board member under the direction of licensed personnel.

R277-521-2. Authority and Purpose.

A. This rule is authorized by Utah Constitution Article X, Section 3 which vests general control and supervision of public education in the Board, Section 53A-6-104(1) which authorizes the Board to issue licenses for educators, and Section 53A-1-401(3) allows the Board to adopt rules in accordance with its responsibilities.

B. The purpose of this rule is to establish standards for licencing of professional specialists and administrators.

R277-521-3. Level 1 License.

A. Finance and Statistics: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board may be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies the following:

(1) has a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business statistics or a related area; and

(2) can demonstrate at least minimal experience in education which may include:

(a) four semester hours or the quarter hour equivalent from an accredited college or university in education-related classes;

(b) a minimum of five hours of USOE or district inservice in education related classes; or

(c) volunteer or work experience or education experience with the public schools.

(3) submits documentation of education courses or related experience, or both, for evaluation and approval by section/department staff.

B. Law and Legislation: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week by a school district or by the Board, may be eligible for the professional specialist license if the individual satisfies the following:

(1) active member of the Utah State Bar; and

(2) can demonstrate at least minimal experience in education which may include:

(a) four semester hours or the quarter hour equivalent from an accredited college or university in education-related classes;

(b) a minimum of five hours of USOE or district inservice in education related classes; or

(c) volunteer or work experience or education experience with the public schools.

(3) submits documentation of education courses or related experience, or both, for evaluation and approval by section/department staff.

C. Evaluation and Assessment: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week by a school district or by the Board, shall be eligible for the professional specialist license if the individual satisfies the following:

(1) has a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, education, or educational psychology; and

(2) can demonstrate at least minimal experience in education which may include:

(a) four semester hours or the quarter hour equivalent from an accredited college or university in education-related classes;

(b) a minimum of five hours of USOE or district inservice in education related classes; or

(c) volunteer or work experience or education experience with the public schools.

(3) submits documentation of education courses or related experience, or both, for evaluation and approval by section/department staff.

R277-521-4. Level 2 License.

A. Finance and Statistics: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board shall be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies all applicable conditions under R277-521-3A and the following:

(1) has completed a Masters degree in accounting, finance, business statistics or a related area, or CPA (certified public accountant) from an accredited college or university; and

(2) provides documentation of significant educational experience such as:

(a) 10-12 hours education-related or supervisor-approved course work; or

(b) 20 hours USOE or district inservice in education-related classes; or

(3) provides documentation of significant volunteer or work experience as demonstrated by increased levels of responsibilities as defined under R277-521-1D or education experience.

B. Law and Legislation: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board shall be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies all applicable conditions under R277-521-3B and the following:

(1) has completed 20 semester hours or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university in:

(a) educational administration; or

(b) educational instruction; or

(c) supervisor-approved course work; or

(2) provides documentation of significant educational experience such as:

(a) 10-12 hours education-related or supervisor-approved course work; or

(b) 20 hours USOE or district inservice in education-related classes; or

(3) provides documentation of significant volunteer or work experience as demonstrated by increased levels of responsibilities as outlined under R277-521-1D.

C. Evaluation and Assessment: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board shall be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies all applicable conditions under R277-521-3C and the following:

(1) has completed 20 semester hours or equivalent quarter hours beyond the Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in:

(a) educational psychology; or

(b) supervisor-approved course work; and

(2) provides documentation of significant educational experience such as:

(a) 10-12 hours education-related or supervisor-approved course work; or

(b) 20 hours USOE or district inservice in education-related classes; or

(3) significant volunteer or work experience as demonstrated by increased levels of responsibilities as outlined under R277-521-1D.

R277-521-5. Level 3 License.

A. Finance and Statistics: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board shall be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies all applicable conditions under R277-521-3A and R277-521-4A and the following:

(1) has completed a Doctorate or Masters degree in accounting, finance, business statistics or a related area, and a CPA consistent with Section 53A-6-103(9)(d); and

(2) has earned a teacher, counselor, or administrative license.

B. School Law and Legislation: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board shall be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies all applicable conditions under R277-521-3B and R277-521-4B and the following:

(1) has completed a Doctorate other than law consistent with Section 53A-6-103(9)(d) and at least a Masters degree in a USOE-approved area of study; and

(2) has earned a teacher, counselor, or administrative license.

C. Evaluation and Assessment: An individual employed at least 20 hours per week in a school district or by the Board shall be eligible for this license if the individual satisfies all applicable conditions under R277-521-3C and R277-521-4C and the following:

(1) has completed a Doctorate consistent with Section 53A-6-103(9)(d); and

(2) has earned a teacher, counselor, or administrative license.

R277-521-6. Other Requirements.

A. An applicant for licensing under R277-521 shall satisfy the criminal background check requirements under Section 53A-6-401.

B. An applicant for licensing under R277-521 shall satisfy professional development requirements under Section 53A-6-104(2) and R277-501.

KEY

education, license

Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment

September 4, 2002

Notice of Continuation

September 7, 2004

Authorizing, Implemented, or Interpreted Law

Art X Sec 3; 53A-6-104(1); 53A-1-401(3)