Teacher Alternative Certification
Interested in becoming a teacher?
TPCP Cycle 48 is accepting applications. Apply now! Classes will begin September 2025, application deadline is August 2025.
Applications & supporting documents will be accepted via email to mmurguia2@esc19.net. Once your documentation is received, we will follow up with links to pay application fees.
The Teacher Preparation and Certification Program (TPCP) was originally implemented to prepare non-certified teachers to fill shortages in critical need areas and to provide entry into the teaching profession for qualified individuals wishing to make a career change.
This program is a field-based training model in which competencies are learned from a variety of specialists. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, internship, program recommendations and a passing score on all necessary TExES exams, participants will earn a Texas teaching certificate specific to their area of study.
All information is subject to change based on State Board of Educator Certification rules. The ESC - Region 19 Teacher Preparation and Certification Program complies with and meets federal guidelines as mandated by the "Every Student Succeeds Act" legislation.