To receive an endorsement to teach a program of alternative education, a person must hold a valid:

1. Elementary License;

2. Secondary license; or

3. Special license that is endorsed for a recognized field of teaching (excluding Business and Industry and Special Qualifications); and

1. Have 3 years of verified experience in teaching a program of alternative education; or

2. Have completed at least 3 semester credits from the following:

1. Behavior management;

2. Methods of teaching pupils who have specific learning disabilities;

3. Parental involvement in programs of alternative education; or

4. Methods of teaching pupils in a program of alternative education or pupils who are at risk of dropping out of high school.