Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability
Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability

Progress Report: Fewer Teacher Certification Staff Needed Because of Streamlining and Technology

Report 99-49, April 2000

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Report Summary

  • The Department of Education has streamlined its teacher certification process and increased its use of technology. This has enabled it to process certification applications faster with fewer staff.
  • To improve accountability, the department should track the time it takes to process types of teacher certification applications and set timeliness goals for handling those that require special analysis.
  • The department has provided training and guidance to district certification personnel to help ensure that districts process renewal applications in a uniform and consistent manner.

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Copies of this report in print or alternate accessible format may be obtained by email OPPAGA@oppaga.fl.gov, telephone (850) 488-0021, or mail 111 W. Madison St., Room 312 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1475.
Copies of this report in print or alternate accessible format may be obtained by email OPPAGA@oppaga.fl.gov, telephone (850) 488-0021, or mail 111 W. Madison St., Room 312 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1475.
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