24 : 53 : 10 : 01 . Admission policies and practices. The educator preparation provider shall print and distribute a policy with specific admission standards and procedures that govern student recruitment and acceptance into the preparation programs. The educator preparation provider shall provide written verification that candidates are informed about state laws and rules that govern the issuance of certificates for educational personnel. Criteria for admission shall include the following:

1. (1) Completion of prior college or university coursework from an accredited institution with at least a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale;
2. (2) Evidence of academic proficiency at a grade point average of 2.6 or above in the academic major: and
3. (3) Recommendations based on personal characteristics and experiences requisite to the educator preparation program.

Source: 46 SDR 16 , effective August 5, 2019 .

General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-42-3.

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-42-3, 13-42-4 .