Educator Preparation RIDE approves a variety of educator preparation programs which, upon successful completion, prepare candidates for full certification in Rhode Island. Candidates who complete Rhode Island Approved Educator Preparation Programs are eligible for full certification in Rhode Island and are eligible for certification in other states through reciprocity based upon agreements in the Interstate Certification Agreement with NASDTEC. Rhode Island Educator Preparation Providers Brown University College Unbound ExcEL Leadership Academy Johnson & Wales University Rhode Island School for Progressive Education Principal Residency Network Providence College Rhode Island College Rhode Island School of Design Roger Williams University Salve Regina University Teach for America University of Rhode Island PREP-RI PREP-RI provides a structure for reviewing programs to determine if a provider or prospective provider is offering a high-quality program that meets the RI Standards for Educator Preparation and ensures that educators are classroom and school ready on Day 1. PREP-RI Process PREP-RI is designed to meet three goals: Assess performance of individual programs Assess aggregate quality of educator preparation providers Provide meaningful feedback to programs and providers Overview of PREP-RI PREP-RI Process Guide [PDF, 1.6 MB] introduces Educator Preparation Providers to the process which their programs will be reviewed, evaluated, and approved in order to recommend candidates for certification in Rhode Island. Rhode Island Standards for Educator Preparation [PDF, 428KB] set the expectation for high-quality programs. Embedded are the expectations that providers and programs ensure that program completers are ready from day one to be successful educators who positively impact student learning. PREP-RI Performance Rubric [PDF, 544KB] describes levels of performance for each component of the standards. The rubric gives structure to the performance review and supports program continuous improvement. PREP-RI Materials The list below includes links to important templates and documents associated with the PREP-RI process. Request for a Review [DOCX, 21 KB] begins the PREP-RI process. The college president, university president, or organization CEO should submit the letter to RIDE. Provider Organization Sheet [DOCX, 88KB] is used to communicate the organizational structure and contact information with RIDE. Demonstration of Need Form [DOCX, 82 KB] provides detail about current and recent enrollment in the program and requires the program to explain how it meets current hiring and preparation needs in RI. Evidence Organizers structure and organize the evidence, create an opportunity for programs to set a context for the evidence, and detail the required evidence. Each organizer includes a purpose and directions, space for brief program narratives, and a list of required evidence. Pre-Visit Evidence Organizer Candidate Experience [DOCX, 87 KB] On-Site Evidence Organizers Professional Knowledge (Standard 1 - Program) [DOCX, 88 KB] Clinical Partnership and Practices (Standard 2 - Program) [DOCX, 89 KB] Candidate Assessment (Standard 3 - Program) [DOCX, 88 KB] Candidate Quality and Recruitment (Standard 3 - Provider) [DOCX, 93 KB] Program Impact (Standard 4 - Program) [DOCX, 85 KB] Program Quality and Improvement (Standard 5 - Provider) [DOCX, 90 KB] Exit Meeting Protocol [PDF, 227 KB] describes the structure of the exit meeting. New Program Application Materials All providers seeking to start a new program in Rhode Island should consult the Guide for New Program Approval [PDF, 207 KB]. This document includes timelines, application prerequisites, and approval requirements. The guide is for both providers seeking approval in RI as well as currently approved providers seeking to add programs. Templates referenced in the guide are the following: Template for Intent to Submit Letter [DOC, 23 KB] Demonstration of Need Form [DOC, 79 KB] Candidate Experience and Clinical Experience Data Files [XLSX, 21 KB] Assessment System Overview [DOCX, 80 KB] Suggested resources to support applicants in specifying the demand for their program may include the Emergency Certificates Annual Report, the Newly Certified Educators Report, and/or the RI Educator Preparation Indices. Current providers may also consider referring to their completer in-state past performance by referencing data from the EPP Reports tab. Providers seeking to make a significant change in their approved program must confirm the change with RIDE prior to making the adjustment. Important Resources Standard 1 Selected Resources RI Professional Teaching Standards - RIPTS [PDF, 191 KB] RI Standards for Educational Leadership - RISEL [PDF, 359 KB] Professional Association Standards by Certificate Area [PDF, 229 KB] RI Student Learning Standards Resources for Unpacking Bias and Developing a Deeper Awareness of Worldviews [ZIP, 2.9 MB] RI Initiatives[PDF, 567 KB] Standard 3 Selected Resources RI Educator Preparation Minimum Admission Information and Implementation Guidance [PDF, 325 KB] Other Resources RI Standards for Alternative Certification Programs [PDF, 20KB] Right to Read Act Guidlines for Educator Preparation Providers Rhode Island Science of Reading and Structured Literacy Syllabi Refinement Tool [DOCX] Resource Bank for Syllabi Enhancement [PDF] PREP-RI Reports Brown University Brown PREP-RI Report 2022 College Unbound ExcEL Leadership Academy Johnson & Wales University Johnson & Wales PREP-RI Report 2024 Rhode Island School for Progressive Education Principal Residency Network Principal Residency Network PREP-RI Report 2015 Providence College Providence College PREP-RI Report 2018 Rhode Island College Rhode Island College PREP-RI Report 2023 Rhode Island School of Design Rhode Island School of Design PREP-RI Report 2019 Rhode Island School for Progressive Education Rhode Island School for Progressive Education PREP-RI Report 2024 Roger Williams University Roger Williams PREP-RI Report 2018 Salve Regina University Salve Regina PREP-RI Report 2022 Teach for America Teach for America PREP-RI Report 2016 University of Rhode Island University of Rhode Island PREP-RI Report 2017 Ed Prep Index Data regarding program completions, in-state hiring, and in-state retention of graduates can be found in the RI Educator Preparation Indices. The indices include data on almost 3,000 recent in-state program completers and offer districts, future educators, and providers valuable information to inform their work and collaboration. Each index includes expandable sections with info ranging from completer background to effectiveness. Minimum Admissions Guidance Minimum admissions guidance (updated 2022-23)