1. (1) Advanced-level preparation is provided through programs at the graduate level leading to licensure, certification, or endorsement. Advanced-level programs are designed to develop P-12 teachers who have already completed initial licensure, currently licensed administrators, and other licensed school professionals for employment in P-12 districts. Advanced programs reviewed include the following:

   1. (a) programs for the preparation of school counselors and school psychologists, if the program is not currently accredited through another national approved accreditor; or
   2. (b) educational leadership programs leading to the preparation of principals, curriculum directors, supervisors, and superintendents.

2. (2) Advanced-level programs not reviewed include the following:

   1. (a) any advanced-level program not specific to the preparation of teachers or other school professionals for P-12 districts;
   2. (b) any advanced-level non-licensure programs, including those specific to content areas, including, but not limited to, M.A., M.S., and Ph.D.; and
   3. (c) educational leadership programs not specific to the preparation of teachers or other school professionals for P-12 districts.

Authorizing statute(s): 20-2-114, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 20-2-121, MCA

History: NEW, 2014 MAR p. 2936, Eff. 7/1/15; AMD, 2023 MAR p. 86, Eff. 7/1/23.