TAPP 2007
TAPP 2008
Details of the Program
The Georgia Teacher Alternative Preparation Program® (Georgia TAPP) is a classroom-based teacher preparation option for individuals who have the basic qualifications to teach early childhood, middle-grades, secondary or P-12 education but have not completed a teacher preparation program. The program is not intended to replace regular college teacher education programs. It is, instead, an alternative option for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher but who did not complete teacher education requirements as part of their degree programs. Georgia TAPP seeks to equip teacher-candidates with the skills to ensure a reasonable expectation of initial success in their classrooms, and to put in place a supervised internship/induction program that will help them move toward subsequent mastery of teaching.
Program Eligibility:
To qualify:
- Must have a minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university that supports the field in which the candidate is seeking certification.
- Must have a 2.5 GPA or above.
- Must have a minimum score on the SAT (1000), ACT (43), or GRE (1030) or pass the Praxis I or GACE Basic Skills Assessment. (PRAXIS I passing scores prior to September 1, 2006 will be accepted).
- Must have a satisfactory criminal background check.
- Must have a passing score on the Praxis II or GACE Content Test. (PRAXIS II content assessment passing scores prior to September 1, 2006 will be accepted).
- Have a job offer in a Heart of Georgia RESA area school system.
TAPP is a two-year program but may be extended to a third year if requested by RESA and the employing school system. The TAPP candidate and/or school system must make arrangements to pay all program fees.
If eligible then the TAPP candidate will be required to participate in a two week Essentials of Effective Teaching Course.
HGRESA is approved to offer training leading to certification in the following areas:
Early Childhood (P-5)
Middle Grades (4-8): Language Arts, Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies
Secondary (6-12): English/Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies
Art (P-12)
Health/PE (P-12)
Business Education (6-12)
Interrelated Special Education (P-12)
Spanish (P-12)
Technology Education
Music (P-12)
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for TAPP?
You do not apply directly to Heart of Georgia RESA for participation in TAPP. The employing system determines if you meet all eligibility requirements and has you complete all required paperwork. The paperwork is then forwarded to RESA.
Do I have to have a job before I can be in TAPP?
Yes. Heart of Georgia RESA provides training but is not an employing agency.
How much does TAPP cost?
Candidates *employed by Heart of Georgia RESA* service area, must pay a total of $1650 in two installments for the entire program. The first installment of $1200 must be paid prior to the first day of the Essentials of Effective Teaching Class. The second installment of $450 must be paid at the beginning of the second school year. Fees may be paid by check, credit card, debit card, or money order.
Candidates *employed by systems _outside_* of the Heart of Georgia RESA service area, must pay a total of $3000 in two installments for the entire program. The first installment of $2000 must be paid prior to the first day of the Essentials of Effective Teaching Class. The second installment of $1000 must be paid at the beginning of the second school year. Fees may be paid by check, credit card, debit card, or money order.
Can I be in TAPP if I currently hold a Provisional Certificate?
Usually, no. You may want to discuss this with your system’s Director of Human Resources.
Do I have to pass the GACE in order to be in TAPP? Yes
Do you offer TAPP in early childhood education? Yes
What are acceptable SAT, ACT, or GRE scores to exempt Praxis I?
SAT 1000
ACT 43
GRE 1030
Can I move to another school system after one year in TAPP? You can transfer to school systems but you must be able to continue meeting TAPP requirements in an approved program.
What is the deadline for participation in TAPP? Candidates are allowed to enroll in the Heart of Georgia RESA program up until the first day of summer training. The employing system registers candidates for the program.
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Candidate Handbook
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TAPP Forms
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Important Dates
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Spotlight/Congrats
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TAPP vs. OYSP
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Websites
Georgia Department of Education
Georgia Professional Standards Commission
Georgia Standards
Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE)
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