TREP is available to students in every district across the state. Students must be nominated by one of their school administrators to participate. Students will also be able to access several teacher preparation programs, depending on students’ location and licensure pathway.

Courses on this pathway will give you an introductory lens into the education field, opportunities for field experience, and general education courses, all of which will be transferable to most four-year institutions with undergraduate educator preparation programs.  You could complete about a third of your full program at no cost to you!

The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) houses course descriptions and objectives on their catalog website. There you can see what you will learn about in all of your coursework, including classes such as Introduction to Education or Working with Families and Communities.

Students in the TREP program are eligible to have their courses paid for through funding from SB 21-185. State funding goes to the local educational agency (LEA) and then to the schools where the courses are offered.  In short, students take classes tuition-free; books, fees, etc. may not be covered. Students should consult their school to determine if funds are available for books and fees.