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Program At-a-Glance
Do I qualify to be a residency teacher?
To be considered for a Residency License in the CCTI program, the following must apply:
- Holds at minimum a bachelor's degree and must have earned at least a 2.7 on a four-point scale.
- Either completed 24 hours of coursework in the requested licensure area OR passed the NCSBE required content area examination(s)
- Enrolled in an EPP (this would be CCTI if accepted)
- Meets all other requirements established by the State Board, including completing preservice requirements prior to teaching
- It is recommended that Exceptional Children teachers show proof of passing one of the required exams
Am I eligible to participate?
The participant must be a first or second year teacher. This program is designed for teachers seeking licensure in:
Middle and High School
Middle and High School
- Math
- Science
- Social Studies
- English Language Arts
- CTE
- English as a Second Language
- Fine/Performing Arts
- World Languages
- Physical Education
- Special Education: General Curriculum
How long will the program take?
CCTI coursework and the edTPA portfolio process can be completed in less than 3 semesters.
Teachers begin Course 1 online in the Fall.* Face-to-face, distance, and synchronous coursework begins in the Spring Semester.
At the completion of the program, participants will be prepared to submit their edTPA portfolio for review.
*EC teachers are required to take an online Summer Course in July and August, prior to start of the Fall Semester.
2020-21 Course Calendar
Teachers begin Course 1 online in the Fall.* Face-to-face, distance, and synchronous coursework begins in the Spring Semester.
At the completion of the program, participants will be prepared to submit their edTPA portfolio for review.
*EC teachers are required to take an online Summer Course in July and August, prior to start of the Fall Semester.
2020-21 Course Calendar
What is the cost?
If you select to join the CCTI Program your cost is $4,750. This fee is all inclusive and covers the cost of books, resources, and one-on-one coaching support.
In the rare case that a participant should need additional edTPA support during their 3rd year as a Residency teacher, there will be a required fee of $500.
Some districts are able to offer additional financial support, please contract your HR or Licensure Department to find out more.
Payment Options
1. Monthly payroll deduction through your district
2. A nonrefundable deposit of $500 is due in full upon enrollment. First half of tuition, $2,125 is due by October 30th of the Fall Semester and remaining half of $2,125 is due by the conclusion of the Spring Semester, May 31st.
In the rare case that a participant should need additional edTPA support during their 3rd year as a Residency teacher, there will be a required fee of $500.
Some districts are able to offer additional financial support, please contract your HR or Licensure Department to find out more.
Payment Options
1. Monthly payroll deduction through your district
2. A nonrefundable deposit of $500 is due in full upon enrollment. First half of tuition, $2,125 is due by October 30th of the Fall Semester and remaining half of $2,125 is due by the conclusion of the Spring Semester, May 31st.
Why should I choose CCTI?
Central Carolina Teaching Initiative teachers work in partnership with students and families in unique communities. Each school district has a distinct story and opportunity for impact. The CC Teaching Initiative provides teachers with an accelerated alternative teacher licensure program. Our program uniquely blends knowledge acquisition with hands-on application. The CC Teaching Initiative includes three core components 1) relevant coursework aligned to the first year teacher cycle; 2) dedicated coaches trained to support new educators; and 3) a network of beginning teachers that serve as a resource to collaboratively design solutions for common problems of practice.
- Relevant Coursework: The CC Teaching Initiative program enriches teacher preparation through a clinical practice that is interwoven with coursework. This approach creates opportunities for teachers to connect what they learn through the coursework with the challenge of using it directly in their classroom. Teachers learn by doing as they blend practitioner and academic knowledge.
- Dedicated Coaches: Specific formative instructional coaching tailored to meet the needs of beginning teachers as they transition into the teaching profession. The program includes services that deliver blended coaching support that enhances the skills developed through the program of study.
- edTPA Portfolio Support: CCTI participants have unique access to our portfolio support and preparation resources.
- Beginning Teacher Network: A peer network is incorporated into the program to provide teachers with opportunities to share promising practices and troubleshoot challenges with peers from your region who understand the unique complexity of the challenges you confront.
Will I have a clear license after completing CCTI?
After the participant successfully completes: 1) the CCTI coursework, 2) one year of coaching support, 3) all required state licensure assessments, and 4) other district requirements of beginning teachers, the residency license can be converted to an Continuing Professional License.
What are teachers saying?
Participation in CCTI has given me the opportunity to grow as an educator in many ways including always giving me strategies and techniques to immediately implement in my classroom. I always leave our class sessions with more ways to challenge myself!
Nigeria Walton
Durham Public Schools
The Central Carolina Teaching Initiative has provided me with the knowledge to positively influence and guide my students towards achieving academic excellence. The program has also exceeded my expectations and has helped me succeed in my educational career.
Ytalo Bustamante Castillo
Wake County Public Schools
Thank you!
I truly appreciate the CCTI program. This program has changed my thought process and challenged me in numerous ways. I can honestly say this program was beneficial to me because I have seen myself grow tremendously in this profession in just a short period of time.
Dachelle Gupton
Wilson County Schools
I couldn’t recommend CCTI enough, very organized and the instructors are very knowledgeable of the edTPA requirements, which is what the class is tailored to. This should be the go-to for ALL graduates.
Dylan Jenkins
Wake County Public Schools
Thank you for everything!
Thank you for everything! This has been the best experience ever and I wish every BT could go through CCTI!
Emily House
Wilson County Schools
How do I apply?
Are you ready to pursue your teaching license for the state of North Carolina?
Application Deadlines for Fall 2021Exceptional Children General Curriculum teachers to apply by June 30th (Early coursework begins in July) General Education teachers by September 30th
Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered for the following year.
To view application criteria and get started, click the button below:
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Application Deadlines for Fall 2021
Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered for the following year.
To view application criteria and get started, click the button below:
Apply Now
CCTI understands that educators model beliefs explicitly through action, and implicitly through silence. To engage in silence in the face of racism, in particular toward African Americans, is a false affirmation to our community of students, families, educators, and stakeholders. Instead, we must affirm that racial disparities exist so we can confront them. We reaffirm our core beliefs to celebrate diversity, to confront and reject racism in any form, and to strengthen our platform in education so we can engage as a positive influencer in the educational community, and beyond.
“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”- James Baldwin