Gadsden ISD

Online Licensure Portal

ADVANCING VIA MICRO-CREDENTIALS

A Level 1 teacher is eligible to advance to Level 2 via the APL I-II Micro-Credentials when they have:

• Successfully completed five required micro-credential courses with a mastery score of 85% or higher
• Taught three full school years of teaching experience (minimum of 160 days per year) with successful annual evaluations with a Level 1 teaching license.

A Level 2 teacher is eligible to advance to Level 3 via the APL II-III Micro-Credentials when they have:

• Successfully completed four micro-credentials with a mastery score of 85% or higher
• Taught three school years with a Level 2 teaching license. (Minimum of 160 days per year) with successful annual evaluations
• Earned a master’s degree. 

Micro-Credentials Information for Licensure Advancement
Licensure Advancement for Level 2 Teachers - Micro Credentials
Licensure Advancement for Level 1 Teacher - Micro Credentials

A nonrenewable, 2-year license is granted to allow a person to simultaneously teach and complete face-to-face courses or online courses at an approved university or community college. The Alternative Educator Prep Program is a focused state-accredited (approved) post-baccalaureate program for obtaining your New Mexico Level 1 teaching license.

Approved New Mexico Educator Preparation Programs

The Alternative Educator Prep Program is available for individuals who obtained a bachelor’s degree in a non-traditional education program and are interested in teaching.

Santa Fe Community College
New Mexico State University
Eastern New Mexico University
Leading Educators (through) Alternative Pathways (LEAP)
Western New Mexico University
Central New Mexico Community College
University of New Mexico

Endorsements

Licensure Requirements

Assessments

OPAL - Principal Verification Form