USBE Board Rule

The USBE requires that teacher candidates demonstrate basic skills in Reading, Mathematics, and Writing. Please see the Admissions and Retention Requirements for accepted Basic Skills tests and score levels. USBE requirements must meet for licensure recommendation. State-approved programs have the capacity to create courses, clinical experiences, and assessments that measure these competencies. In certain cases, specific courses, competencies, or assessments are required by Board Rule (R277-304).

To be recommended for the Professional License in the State of Utah, candidates are now required to demonstrate competency on all General Teacher Preparation Competencies as measured by the BYU Professional Teacher Candidate Assessment (TCA). Additionally, candidate must meet the specific content competencies to receive a subject area endorsement recommendation.

Recent Updates

Beginning June 10, 2024, the USBE no longer requires a Pedagogical Performance Assessment for professional licensure. As a result, the BYU EPP has retired the Praxis Pedagogical Assessment of Teachers (PPAT) its list of requirements. Candidates are now required to demonstrate competency as measured on the BYU Professional Teacher Candidate Assessment.

Helpful Links
Utah Licensure Pathways—https://www.schools.utah.gov/licensing