1. A. The dual language (target language) preK-6 endorsement is to teach dual language in a world language other than English. The target language will be noted on the endorsement.
2. B. The State Board of Education prescribed reading and writing assessment is not required for an initial license with an endorsement in dual language (target language) endorsement preK-6.

3. C. Endorsement requirements for dual language (target language) endorsement preK-6. The candidate shall have:

   1. 1. Earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and graduated from an approved teacher preparation program in dual language (target language) endorsement; or

   2. 2. Earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, and completed the following requirements:

      1. a. A major in the target language: 12 semester hours in the target language above the intermediate level that must include composition, literature, and conversation or a qualifying score on a foreign language assessment in the target language as prescribed by the State Board of Education;
      2. b. Mathematics: nine semester hours in mathematics that must include methods of teaching elementary mathematics;
      3. c. Laboratory sciences (in two science disciplines): nine semester hours that must include methods of teaching elementary science;
      4. d. History and social sciences: three semester hours in United States history; three semester hours in geography, economics, or United States or comparative government; three semester hours in methods of teaching elementary history and social sciences; and
      5. e. Culture and civilization: three semester hours.

Statutory Authority

§§ 22.1-298.1 and 22.1-299 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 41, Issue 2, eff. October 9, 2024; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 7, eff. January 1, 2026.