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§ 75-60-45. Review and evaluation of qualifications of instructors; minimum qualifications for instructors

MS Code § 75-60-45 (2019) (N/A)
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(1) Academic classes. Classroom instructors teaching general education courses shall hold at least a bachelor’s degree with appropriate coursework in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution and one (1) of the following:

(a) A minimum of eighteen (18) semester hours of credit from an accredited institution in the subject area being taught; or

(b) A minimum of twelve (12) semester hours in methods and techniques of teaching.

(2) Technical classes. Classroom instructors teaching technical courses shall have at least a high-school diploma or an equivalent diploma and at least one (1) of the following:

(a) A degree, certificate or license in the subject area or a related field;

(b) A minimum of eighteen (18) semester hours of credit in mathematics, science or courses related to the subject area from an accredited institution; or

(c) A minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in the technical area or a related field.

(3) Apprenticeship trade classes. Instructors of apprenticeship trades shall have the following qualifications and training:

(a) At least a high-school diploma or an equivalent diploma;

(b) A minimum of three (3) years’ work experience above the students’ level in the trade to be taught; and

(c) Recognized standing as a tradesman or specialist supported by evidence from previous employers.

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