Milestone IV - Milestone IV - Induction Status

Credit Hours
Description:

• Acceptable level for knowledge and skills identified for Milestone IV through approval of electronic portfolio (no score of Unacceptable or Developing on the assessment rubric) or successful completion of Teaching Performance Assessment (TPA)

• Evidence of Professional Dispositions*

• Passing scores on all Praxis II licensure exams

• Successful completion of clinical placement seminars

• Passing grades in both clinical placements

• Completion of all licensure requirements

• Completion of Security Clearance by TBI/FBI

*Evaluated by university supervisor and clinical teacher

Once teacher candidates have met the requirements for Milestone IV, they are required to complete and submit the Application for Licensure.  This is usually completed during the Student Teaching Mid-Term Seminar. In addition, a complete set of official transcripts must be submitted to the Austin Peay State University Licensure Office, located in the Claxton Building, Room 208.

Meeting Tennessee licensure requirements and submitting the application for the Tennessee license are requirements even if you do not plan to teach in Tennessee.