Upcoming Events

Teacher Certification Info Session

October 6, 2025, 6 – 7 pm

Join this free, virtual info session to learn more about our teacher certification programs. Our programs offer more than 40 certifications through in-person or virtual cohorts. Find the program that best fits your needs! Or watch a pre-recorded information session to learn about the path to certification from our ECP Cohort Leaders.

 Topics include:

• Program overview
• Admission requirements
• Certification areas
• Critical needs areas
• Program timelines
• Certification process and exams
• Pricing
• Application process

ECP Now Offering Three Learning Formats!

Offered statewide, our programs provide the flexibility and support you need to transition confidently into the classroom. With multiple learning formats—including structured in-person cohorts, fully online cohorts, and a balanced hybrid model (a blend of in-person and online learning)—you can choose the path that fits your schedule and learning style.

Select the format that best fits your needs:

• Structured, in-person is best for candidates who prefer traditional classroom learning, thrive with accountability, and can attend classes at Region 13 ESC.
• Live, Online is best for candidates across Texas who want flexibility, prefer learning from home, and still value live online interaction.
• Balanced Hybrid is best for candidates near Region 13 who are self-motivated but value occasional in-person community and hands-on activities.

Did you know that we also help Paraprofessionals achieve certification?

Join us onine, via Zoom, for our Paraprofessional Virtual Institute. This training consists of an orientation into the roles and responsibilities of educational aides, a breakdown of the stages of learning, a comprehensive look at the writing process, a review of behavior basics, and much more. Participants will enjoy a fast-paced and informative experience that includes group discussions, assignments, and assessments, certifying that they’re ready for the rewards and challenges of being an educational aide. This training is open to anyone in the state of Texas and also meets the state requirements for a Title 1, Part A Paraprofessional.

If you’re interested in becoming a trainer in order to hold Paraprofessional Institutes in you district, visit our website to learn more about our TOT option.

Substitute Teacher Academy

Online Course, self-directed, 6 CPE/GT Credits, $90

All students deserve qualified educators and this includes substitute teachers! In this online course, you will review topics that are not only beneficial to the job but imperative to becoming an effective and qualified substitute teacher. This course provides substantial material for new substitutes and can also serve as a review for seasoned substitutes as well. Content covered includes:

• What substitute employment means
• State requirements
• Crisis management
• Duties and responsibilities
• Blood-borne pathogen safety
• Standards of conduct
• Code of Ethics
• Special education terms and programs
• Behavior techniques
• Classroom management strategies
• Lesson plans
• Teaching strategies
• Questioning strategies

This online course is self-guided and self-paced, you can learn on your own time at your own speed!

Certification Partnerships

Did you hire teachers on Emergency Permits, Teacher Certification Waivers or DOIs? Do you have paraprofessionals or substitutes interested in becoming teachers? Reach out to us and we can discuss how we can partner to get your teacher certified.