West Central ATL is a two-year program. A hybrid of coursework is required over two years, focusing on content standards as the core of the work. 

Candidates participate in Jumpstart courses in year one and year two. They observe other teachers, reflect on their practice, are observed by their mentors, and build artifacts to demonstrate competency in the Quality Teacher Standards. 

Candidates create and present a LiveBinder at the completion of the program, which houses all of their work. Candidates who need to take required content courses through CMU can take these courses concurrently. Within two years, candidates must complete the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse coursework in an online format.