The Career & Technical Education Coordinator (DPI License) is a leadership position within PreK-12 schools. Persons pursuing certification as a CTE Coordinator work collaboratively with other PreK-12 school administrators, teachers, and the community to ensure quality CTE programs that prepare students for further education and careers. The CTE Coordinator (DPI License) is designed for individuals with a Tier II, III or IV Wisconsin educator license.
Note: The CTE Coordinator Certification is designed to meet the requirements for licensure in the State of Wisconsin. If you reside outside of Wisconsin, please note that UW-Stout cannot confirm whether the program (or course) meets requirements for professional licensure in your state. Students from other states will need to contact their state regarding licensure requirements. See the following webpage for additional information.
Certification Requirements
Category 1: Professional Education Content Requirements
| Certification Requirement | Credits |
|---|---|
| Principles of CTE (CTE 302/502) | 2 Credits |
| Coordination of Work-Based Learning (CTE 360/560) | 3 Credits |
| Lifespan Career Development (SCOUN 733) | 3 Credits |
| Policy & Legal Issues in Education (CTE 720) | 3 Credits |
Category 2: Professional Educational Pedagogical Requirements
| Certification Requirement | Credits |
|---|---|
| Program Planning & Resource Management (CTE 710) | 3 Credits |
| Administration (EDUC 726) | 3 Credits |
| Education Grant Proposal Development (EDUC 741) | 3 Credits |
| Program Evaluation (EDUC 742) | 3 Credits |
| Field Experience (CTE 783) | 1-3 Credits |
| Intern-CTE Coordinator (CTE 784) Prerequisite: Field Experience (CTE 783) | 1-4 Credits |
Note: In addition to the required coursework and clinical experiences noted on the certification plan, CTE Coordinator candidates must satisfactorily complete all School of Education requirements, a portfolio, and all DPI licensure requirements in this area.
For information about each of these options, please contact the program director.