South Central BOCES Alternative Teacher Licensure CO

South Central BOCES

About

South Central BOCES Alternative Licensure Program supports rural schools across southern Colorado by preparing and mentoring new educators through a collaborative, cohort-based model. SC BOCES leverages the shared knowledge and resources of its member districts to promote both individual and collective student success. The program blends hybrid learning with ongoing support, including regular observations by a coach and program director, as well as frequent coaching sessions to guide growth and ensure strong instructional practice.

College or University
Pueblo West

Institution Links

Licensure/Alternative Licensure only

SC BOCES Alternative Teacher Licensure Program

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12 months
Program Duration
Hybrid
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
Yes

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Program

Program Info

The South Central BOCES Alternative Teacher Licensure Program is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree who want to become licensed teachers in Colorado without completing a traditional college or university preparation program. This flexible program combines in-person, one-on-one support with convenient virtual learning. You will be paired with a dedicated coach to provide personalized guidance throughout your first year in the classroom.

Upcoming Deadlines

Deadlines
Program Start

Aug. 15, 2026
Fall

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

$8,000
In State Tuition

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at South Central BOCES have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with South Central BOCES to see if you can, too!

Amount

Description

Up to $7500

Educator Recruitment and Retention Program

The Educator Recruitment and Retention (ERR) program provides up to $7,500 to qualified applicants to cover teaching program costs. To qualify, you must commit to teaching in a shortage area for three years in a Colorado public school AND be either: 1) an alternative teaching license candidate in a shortage area, 2) a currently employed paraprofessional, or 3) a CTE instructor in a rural or small district. Additional restrictions apply. Get more details about how to qualify at the ERR website.

Up to $4500

Rural Alternative Licensure Stipend

The Rural Alternative Licensure Stipend (RALS) provides recipients with up to $4,500 to pay for a variety of program-related costs (including alternative licensure program tuition, PRAXIS, licensure fees, technology and travel related costs). Learn more.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources 7-12
Business / Marketing 7-12
Drama K-12
English Language Arts 7-12
Family and Consumer Sciences 6-12
Family and Consumer Sciences 7-12
Health K-12
Instructional Technology K-12
Mathematics 7-12
Music K-12
Physical Education K-12
Science 7-12
Social Studies 7-12
Speech 7-12
Technology Education 7-12
Theatre K-12
Visual Arts K-12
World Languages K-12