Phase I of the New Certification Process is defined by the development of the aspirant’s portfolio, the acquisition of knowledge, and demonstration of competence. Throughout this phase, Certified Educator Candidates will, in addition to their work and learning in their local center
- complete the Core Curriculum Webinars
- develop and present their Theory Integration Presentation
- participate in a formal review of their portfolio to ensure all Phase I Competencies are met.
The typical time frame for Phase I is expected to be approximately 2 years.