ATCP Application Process
Step 1
Complete Houston Community College's Continuing Education Application.
This supplies new students with an HCC ID#.
Step 2
Complete the Alternative Teaching Certificate Program (ATCP) application.
- HCC Student ID# is required
Step 3
Meet with the business office to pay the $75.00 application fee.
Send receipt to atcp@hccs.edu.
Required Documentation
The ATCP application requires the following PDFs:
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts
- List three references, including full name, email, and phone number.
The ATCP application requires the following signed PDFs:
- Educator's Code of Ethics
- FERPA Release Form
- Candidate Exit Policy
Evaluation
Staff evaluates applications to review eligibility and ensure content-specific prerequisite coursework is met.
Eligible students will receive an email with a link to the Haberman Teacher Pre-Screener.
Please email atcp@hccs.edu for questions or status updates.
Haberman Teacher Pre-Screen
Candidates will receive the Haberman Teacher Pre-Screener at the email address provided.
The email comes directly from the Haberman Foundation and must be completed within two days.
Acceptance
Candidates receive an acceptance letter via email specifying their eligible certification area.
Candidates must sign and return the letter to be formally accepted and begin coursework.
Please email atcp@hccs.edu for questions or status updates.
Orientation
Candidates must attend a mandatory orientation to receive their training schedule and program expectations.
Students complete the program adjustment form for enrollment once ATCP verifies coursework matches the certification area.
Please email atcp@hccs.edu for questions or status updates.
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