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Field-Based Experiences: Other Performance Assessments

• What programs do not require CAP? What are the requirements for performance assessments in programs that do not require CAP?
  • CAP is required for all Initial Teacher licensure programs. Programs leading to endorsement in Specialist Teacher, Professional Support Personnel, or Administrator licenses are not required to use CAP.
  • For these programs, the sponsoring organization create the performance assessment. Organizations must implement performance assessments consistently within and across programs to improve practice and ensure only candidates who are ready for full responsibility in the licensure role complete the program.
  • See Appendix E: Performance Assessments During Practicum/Practicum Equivalent Experiences in the Guidelines for Educator Preparation Program Approval for additional information.
• What records from these performance assessments should be retained for Formal Review?
  • See the Candidate Record Retention Advisory. Additional information on the use of candidate artifacts in the formal review process can be found in the Formal Review Planning Guides, particularly the Launch Stage Planning Guide.
• Are wet signatures required for the Administrator Practicum or Practicum Equivalent Form? For the Practicum or Practicum Equivalent Form for Professional Support Personnel?
  • No, wet signatures are not required. Electronic signatures are acceptable on these forms.

Last Updated: May 30, 2025