Undergraduate Teacher Education
Program Guide 2015
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Table of Contents
EUGENE T. MOORE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION ............................................................................................... 3
MISSION .................................................................................................................................................... 3
DEGREES OFFERED .................................................................................................................................... 3
ACADEMIC ADVISING ................................................................................................................................ 6
FIELD EXPERIENCE/CLINICAL PRACTICE .................................................................................................... 4
LIVETEXT.................................................................................................................................................... 5
PROGRAM PROGRESSION .............................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.
TEACHER EDUCATION CHECKLIST ............................................................................................................. 5
ADMISSION TO THE PROFESSIONAL LEVEL ............................................................................................... 6
APPLICATION FOR STUDENT TEACHING ................................................................................................... 6
CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK ...................................................................................................................... 7
APPLICATION FOR EDUCATOR LICENSURE ............................................................................................... 8
PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING AND TEACHING EXAM (PLT) ........................................................................... 9
PRAXIS II SPECIALTY AREA EXAM .............................................................................................................. 9
STUDENT TEACHING ............................................................................................................................... 10
TRANSCRIPTS .......................................................................................................................................... 10
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................................... 11
ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY POLICY................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
TEACHER EDUCATION ENROLLMENT POLICY ............................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.
APPEAL FORM FOR EXCEPTIONS............................................................................................................. 11
CONDUCT POLICY FOR CANDIDATES ENGAGED IN FIELD EXPERIENCE/CLINICAL PRACTICE.................. 11
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION CODE FOR CONDUCT ...................................................................................... 12
GUIDING PRINCIPLES FOR FIELD AND CLINICAL EXPERIENCES .................. Error! Bookmark not defined.
SC STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR SOUTH CAROLINA EDUCATORS....................................................... 12
RESOURCES ................................................................................................................................................. 14
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 14
ADEPT STATE TEACHING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS .......................................................................... 14
TILLMAN MEDIA CENTER ........................................................................................................................ 14
OTHER UNIVERSITY SERVICES .................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
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This handbook will assist education students, candidates, in meeting the requirements for the
degree in education as well as the requirements for teacher licensure. This guide is a supplement
to the Clemson University Undergraduate Announcements.
http://www.registrar.clemson.edu/html/catalog.htm
EUGENE T. MOORE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
The School of Education and its programs are accredited by NCATE (recently renamed CAEP)
and the SC State Department of Education. In addition, our programs are accredited by national
specialized professional associations (NAEYC, ACEI, AMLE, CEC, NCTE, NCSS, NCTM,
NSTA).
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MISSION
The Eugene T. Moore School of Education is a transformative leader in systemically improving
education, beginning at birth. Our mission is to engage our students in high quality applied
research, professional learning, and immersive experiences. We prepare culturally competent
scholar practitioners who promote the growth, education, and development of all individuals,
with emphasis on underperforming schools and underserved communities across the state and
nation.
DEGREES OFFERED
Agricultural Education
(housed in College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences)
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Mathematics Teaching
Science Teaching
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Physics
Physical Sciences
Secondary Education
English
Mathematics
Social Studies (History)
Special Education
B.S.
B.A.
B.A.
B.S.
B.A., B.S.
B.A.
B.A.
B.S.
B.A.
B.A.
B.A.
B.A.
Programs of study can be found in the Clemson University Undergraduate Announcements for
the year in which a candidate enters the program.
http://www.registrar.clemson.edu/html/catalog.htm
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ACADEMIC ADVISING
Freshman and sophomore education majors will be advised by the academic advising center.
After admission to the Professional Level of the Education Program each candidate is assigned
an education faculty advisor. Candidates must consult with their academic advisors during the
Fall and Spring Registration periods. Registration for the Spring Semester begins around
November 1 and for the Fall Semester it begins around April 1. Students are encouraged to
contact their advisors at any time during the year when questions or concerns arise. A
candidate’s Degree Audit is available on-line through Degree Works at all times for possible
consultation.
The University’s “Academic Eligibility Policy” is the Clemson University Undergraduate
Announcements Academic Regulations section.
http://www.registrar.clemson.edu/html/catalog.htm
The School of Education has additional policies defined in the Undergraduate Announcements
under Eugene T. Moore School of Education and the specific academic programs.
FIELD EXPERIENCE/CLINICAL PRACTICE
Candidates have field and clinical experiences throughout four years gradually increasing in
scope and responsibility with placements in classrooms, schools, and centers. Beginning with
tutoring experiences during their freshmen year (ED 1050), and continuing with a variety of
placements throughout the sophomore and junior years, candidates are prepared for the
culminating senior year first semester practicum and finally, student teaching. By the end of
student teaching, candidates recommended for licensure will have a strong base of
disciplinary/content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge and skills and professional
dispositions including a deep understanding of foundational issues relates to academic success
and educational equity.
Candidates arrange and negotiate field experiences and placements with the course instructor, the
Office of Field Experiences, and/or the setting during the work day hours relative to the assigned
field placement. When registering for these courses candidates must be committed and
flexibility. Transportation to sites is the responsibility of the candidate.
The first field experience course, Education Orientation (ED 1050) is a two credit hour course in
which candidates spend one hour per week in schools assisting teachers, observing, and tutoring.
(Candidates who have had a teacher cadet course in high school must enroll in the education
orientation class.) If the course has been taken through another accredited institution, an official
transcript must be sent to the Clemson Admissions Office in order to receive elective credit for
the course. This course is followed by foundations and 3000 and 4000 level courses with field
experience components. In the senior year candidates complete a first semester practicum while
taking a methods course and then student teaching the final semester. Courses requiring field
placements.
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LIVETEXT
All education majors are required to make a one-time purchase of LiveText ($113) from the
University bookstore. LiveText is an online web-based candidate performance assessment data
collection, archival, and report generation system used by many colleges and universities for
program accreditation, from the University bookstore. Starting with ED 1050, candidates will be
required to upload to LiveText in various courses throughout the education program and will be
scored by instructors on specific assessment scoring guides in LiveText. Candidates can see
scores assigned in all courses in LiveText. Individual candidate performance data is aggregated,
summarized and reported for continued accreditation and the data is used for our program
improvement. Candidates may opt to use the LiveText portfolio feature to highlight work and
accomplishments.
QUICK CHECKLIST
__ Complete and submit a Statement of Disclosure Concerning all Prior Convictions
form which is provided by the Academic Advising Center
__ Purchase LiveText from the University bookstore and register the LiveText account
__ At beginning of term in ED 1050 complete a State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
background check and have a Tuberculosis (TB) test. Both are requirements for public
school placements.
__ Take the appropriate Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) Exam
after completing EDF 3020 Educational Psychology.
__ Complete Application for Senior Year Placements for early childhood, elementary,
secondary and special education – First semester and the second semester Student
Teaching
__ Complete the requirements for a Criminal Records Background Check (see below)
__ Take the required Praxis II Specialty Area Exam(s) for licensure area at the end of
first semester senior year or early into the student teaching semester.
__ Complete the Application for Educator Licensure. Request transcripts from all the
colleges/universities attended be sent to the South Carolina Department of Education as
required as a requirement for licensure. https://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/ApplyNow.cfm
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ADMISSION TO THE PROFESSIONAL LEVEL OF EDUCATION
PROGRAM
Sophomore year candidates will be evaluated for admission the professional level and will be
notified by the Academic Advising Center of acceptance or denial to candidate’s University
email account. Specifically, admission to professional level is processed during the term in
which a student is to complete 60 semester hours of work.
Requirements include:
 A minimum GPA of 2.75 at Clemson University (2.50 for candidates entering as
freshmen or transfers pior to the 2014-15 academic year)
 Passing score on all three parts of the Praxis Core (Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test,
PPST if taken prior to October 2014). A candidate may exempt by meeting one of the
following:
 An SAT score of 1650 or better on the three-part SAT or
 An ACT composite score of 24 or better
Candidates who have not been admitted to the professional level of the education program will
NOT be allowed to enroll in selected 3000-level and any 4000-level education courses. Once
professional level admission is met, the GPA required for professional level must be maintained
in order to continue program progression.
PRAXIS CORE TESTS
The three parts of the Praxis Core must be taken and passed (Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills
Test, PPST, will be accepted for those who had passing scores on all three parts by August 31,
2014) or you may exempt with acceptable SAT or ACT scores for admission to professional
level of the program. The Praxis Core tests measure critical thinking and academic skills in
reading, writing and mathematics.
Candidates must request that all test scores be sent to both Clemson University (code 5111) and
to the South Carolina State Department of Education (code 8108). When registering for the
Praxis Core, social security number must be provided. If social security number is not
provided on the registration form, the score will not be entered send to Clemson University
by ETS or provided to the South Carolina State Department of Education Office that
processes teaching licensure. This may delay admittance to the professional level of the
program and the processing of the state teaching license.
APPLICATION FOR SENIOR YEAR FIELD PLACEMENTS
Candidates will apply for their field experience prior to student teaching and student teaching
placement in the academic semester preceding the semester the courses are to be scheduled
through the Office of Field Experiences. Application forms for both the first semester senior
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year placement and the student teaching placement need to be completed prior to the semester
prior to taking the block/practicum teaching methods courses. Candidates will be placed only in
school districts of the four counties (Anderson, Greenville, Oconee, and Pickens) in the vicinity
of Clemson University. For the senior field experience prior to student teaching, candidates will
not be placed in a school where they have relatives working or attending. Candidates will not be
placed in the high schools they graduated from.
Eligibility for student teaching is dependent on: (1) admission to the professional level of the
program; (2) completion of at least 95 semester hours; (3) A minimum cumulative grade-point
average of 2.75 (2.5 for those entering education program prior to 2014-15). Students with a
lower than the minimum cumulative grade-point average may appeal to the Chair of Teacher
Education using the Appeal Form in this document, but exceptions are not common.
Once admitted to the professional level, candidates must maintain a 2.75 gpa (2.5 gpa for
candidates entering the program prior to the 2014-15 academic year) in order to continue through
the coursework sequence. Some programs have other academic requirements which can be
found in the academic catalog that applies to your program entry year. On occasion appeals may
be reviewed by department chairs.
Student teachers are only permitted to miss three days during the student teaching experience.
Therefore, if a candidate knows of any personal or medical reason that would cause them to miss
more than three days of student teaching during the semester, he/she will not be permitted to
enroll in student teaching that semester.
CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK
A prior criminal record could prevent a teacher education candidate from being licensed as
a teacher in this State in accordance with State Board of Education guidelines.
Section 59-25-115 of the South Carolina Code of Laws specifies that before beginning the fulltime clinical teaching experience in South Carolina, a teacher education candidate shall undergo
a state criminal records check by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and a
national criminal records check supported by fingerprints by the Federal Bureau of Investigation
(FBI). The cost associated with the FBI background checks are the responsibility of the
candidate. Information reported relative to prior arrests or convictions will be reviewed by the
State Department of Education, and the State Board of Education when warranted, according to
board guidelines. A teacher education candidate with prior arrests or convictions of a
serious nature that could affect his/her fitness to teach in the public schools of South
Carolina may be denied the opportunity to complete the clinical teaching experience, and
thus affect eligibility for initial teacher licensure. An individual who is denied this
opportunity as a result of prior arrests or convictions, after one year, may request reconsideration
under guidelines established by the State Board of Education.
The criminal records check will be handled through the Office of Educator Services at the South
Carolina State Department of Education and will be considered a part of the Student Teaching
pre-certificate phase of a person’s application for a teaching credential. The Office of Field
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Experiences will contact students at the appropriate time to inform them of this requirement. The
criminal background check is to be completed the semester prior to beginning the block/methods
courses and no later than the deadline established by the South Carolina State Department of
Education. The deadlines established by the South Carolina State Department of Education are
June 15 for those entering the block/methods courses in the upcoming fall semester and February
15 for those entering the block/methods courses in the upcoming spring semester. Failure to
meet this deadline could prevent the student from student teaching.
Provided the criminal records check is conducted within eighteen months of the time the teacher
candidate formally applies for a teaching license, the fingerprinting will not have to be repeated
at the time of application. A graduate of a teacher education program applying for initial teacher
licensure must have completed the FBI fingerprint process within eighteen months of formally
applying for initial teacher licensure or the fingerprint process must be repeated. The background
check normally requires 6 to 8 weeks to process.
The Office of Field Experiences will contact candidates who are enrolled in teaching methods
and early senior year field experience courses by the end of the registration period each semester
with detailed instructions to complete the criminal background check. The fingerprint process is
done through IdentoGo (by MorphoTrust USA) and students will register for an appointment
online at the following website: http://www.identogo.com/Home.aspx. When registering for an
appointment, the candidate will choose the reason for fingerprinting, SC920060Z SDE-Teacher
certification so the results will be sent directly to the agency listed on the registration form.
Candidates submit their personal information on IdentoGo’s online system at least 24 hours prior
to the fingerprinting session. Candidates must have the following at the fingerprinting
appointment: South Carolina driver’s license. If the candidate does not have a current South
Carolina driver’s license, he/she will need two forms of government issued ID such as another
state’s driver’s license, passport, military ID, social security card, etc., one of which needs to be
a photo ID. Candidates will receive a signed receipt at the end of your fingerprinting session,
which is to be kept by the candidate for his/her personal records.
Failure to complete this process by the deadline established by the South Carolina State
Department of Education could prevent a candidate from senior year student teaching.
APPLICATION FOR TEACHING LICENSE
Candidates must complete the Application for Educator Licensure which is the Student Teaching
pre-licensure phase of an application for a teaching credential. This application is to be
completed the semester prior to beginning the methods and field experience prior to student
teaching courses and no later than the deadline established by the South Carolina State
Department of Education. The deadlines established by the South Carolina State Department of
Education are June 15 for those entering the methods and field experience prior to student
teaching courses in the upcoming fall semester and February 15 for those entering the methods
and field experience prior to student teaching courses in the upcoming spring semester. Failure
to meet this deadline could prevent the candidate from student teaching.
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The Office of Field Experience will contact candidates who have enrolled in the methods and
field experience prior to student teaching by the end of the registration period each semester at
which time the candidates will be given detailed instructions to complete the application online.
Candidates will complete the application and application fee payment online at the following
South Carolina State Department of Education website: https://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/ApplyNow.cfm The application fee does not include the FBI fingerprint
processing fee.
Social Security Card - A photocopy of your social security card is required for processing your
application for licensure and must be submitted to the South Carolina State Department of
Education and mailed to the following address: Office of Educator Services, 8301 Parklane Rd.,
Columbia SC 29223.
The Office of Field Experiences will monitor lists prepared by the State Department of
Education to determine which candidates have been cleared for student teaching. You will be
contacted by email and/or telephone if you have failed to complete any tasks required for
completion of your background check and clearance for student teaching. Failure to meet these
requirements and state deadlines could prevent you from student teaching.
PRAXIS II TESTS REQUIREMENTS
Candidates are required to take the Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) exam and the
Praxis II specialty area exam(s) for the SC licensure area. Scores must be reported to Clemson
through ETS prior to graduation. Refer to the following South Carolina State Department of
Education website for the appropriate PLT exam required for your teaching area:
http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/Educator-Services/Licensure/documents/SCPraxis2014-2015.pdf
Exams, test dates and registration for exams are found online at: www.ets.org/praxis . Praxis
specialty area exam information is found by major below.
Agricultural Education
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Secondary Education – English
Secondary Education – Mathematics
Secondary Education – Science
Secondary Education – Social Studies
Special Education
Candidates must request when registering for these tests for scores to be sent to both
Clemson University (code 5111) and to the South Carolina State Department of Education
(code 8108). When registering you must enter your social security number. If you do not fill
in a social security number on your registration form, your score will not be entered in the
database at the South Carolina State Department of Education or at Clemson University. This
may delay the processing of the state teaching license. The South Carolina State Department of
Education will not process your teaching license until they receive your passing Praxis scores
directly from Educational Testing services (ETS). You must have scores on file with Clemson
in order to receive a grade for student teaching. If for some reason a score report is not
sent to Clemson University by ETS, it is the candidate’s responsibility to submit a copy of
the full score report to the Office of Field Experiences in 100 Tillman Hall. Failure to
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identify Clemson University as recipient of your test scores may delay the processing of the
state teaching license.
A candidate should take the Praxis II exams by the end of the semester immediately preceding
the student teaching semester, at the beginning of the student teaching semester, or as prescribed
otherwise by your program area in the undergraduate catalog. The majority of major courses
should be completed prior to taking the Praxis II specialty area examination(s). Candidates will
not be recommended for licensure until the specialty area examination(s) are passed.
STUDENT TEACHING
The final clinical experience for the undergraduate student is full-time student teaching under the
guidance of a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor in a public school for a period of
14 to 16 weeks (64 - 72 days). All student teaching reference materials including the Student
Teacher Handbook (syllabus) and Roles and Responsibilities Handbook can be found on the
School of Education website:
http://www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/education/field/teachered/index.html .
TRANSCRIPTS
In order to meet the requirements for teacher licensure, the South Carolina Department of
Education requires official transcripts from all the colleges and universities attended. The
Clemson University transcript does not list the courses taken at other institutions. Request
transcripts be sent from other institutions directly to the South Carolina State Department of
Education, Office of Educator Services, 8301 Parklane Rd., Columbia, SC, 29223. Candidates
may pick up a Transcript Request Form from the Transcript Office in 104 Sikes Hall or refer to
the following website: http://www.registrar.clemson.edu/html/transcript.htm The form is
completed and returned to 104 Sikes Hall no earlier than two weeks prior to graduation. The
block on the Transcript Request Form labeled Held until degree is conferred should be checked
to ensure conferred degree and graduation date are shown on official transcript. The Transcript
Office charges a fee for each Clemson University transcript.
JOB SEARCH & MICHELIN CAREER CENTER
School district websites provide postings for teaching positions in schools within the district.
The Michelin Career Center offers many on-campus interviewing with prospective employers,
specific workshops and counseling dealing with various job search and career topics, as well as
assistance with resumes, mock interviews and job search skills. In the spring of each year, the
Center holds an Education Career Fair. School districts from all over the southeast and beyond
attend the Fair and interview candidates the following day.
Through ClemsonJobLink, the Michelin Career Center’s on-line recruiting system, students are
able to see job opportunities and connect not only with employers in the USA who are directly
seeking Clemson graduates, but also with employers across many different countries.
ClemsonJobLink is part of NACElink, the world's largest network of college and university
career centers and includes over 5 million employers.
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For those students looking to do something with their major other than teach, the Center offers
resources and guidance in options for careers as well as graduate school and professional school
options.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
APPEAL FORM FOR EXCEPTIONS
Candidates wishing to appeal a decision or teacher education policies and procedures may
complete an Appeals Form. Candidates should clearly state the reason for the appeal within the
rationale statement.
CONDUCT POLICY FIELD EXPERIENCE &CLINICAL PRACTICE
The principal of a school is legally responsible for all that takes place within the school, and the
classroom teacher is responsible to the principal. The education program candidate must fit into
the organizational framework of the school. For this reason, the policies listed below must be
followed very closely:
1.
The primary purpose of the public school is to enable its students to learn and
develop according to the objectives determined by that school. Therefore, the
welfare of the students must come first.
2.
Candidates are to conduct themselves as professional individuals in accordance
with expectations for faculty members in the local school.
3.
Candidates are sent to a particular school in a cooperative relationship, and the
local school has final jurisdiction over all aspects of the educational program in
that school.
4.
Candidates are to be well-groomed and maintain their professional appearance
according to the acceptable standards for faculty members of the local school. It
is the responsibility of the candidate assigned to work in a school to become
familiar with and adhere to standards governing dress and grooming in that
school.
5.
Unexcused absences are not allowed and candidates are to obtain authorization
from the university supervisor in cases of emergencies requiring an absence from
their assigned duties.
6.
Candidates are expected to refrain from becoming involved with students in their
schools in social activities not sponsored by the school. This includes activities,
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which might come after the work in the schools is finished but while the student
remains a University student.
7.
Under no circumstances should a candidate try to negotiate their own field
placements without obtaining official permission from the Office of Field
Experiences. Otherwise the Office of Field Experiences will not honor that
placement.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION CODE FOR CONDUCT
Candidates are ambassadors for Clemson University and are guests in the schools. Remember,
you have only one chance to make a good first impression. Schools/districts have long
memories.

Candidates will sign in at the main office upon arrival.
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All candidates must follow the rules and conduct required of the faculty of the
participating school.
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Candidates will abide by the dress code and conduct of the participating school.
Professional dress will be required. For example, in most schools, the
following would be inappropriate: Tank tops, jeans, short skirts, shorts, Tshirts, shirts coming above the waist or low cut in front or back, flip-flops;
visible body piercing other than ear lobes. PE classes are an exception and
candidates would dress appropriately in order to participate.

Smoking or use of any tobacco is not allowed on school grounds or at school
events.

Candidates will arrive at school at least ten minutes before their assigned time.

If a candidate must be late or absent candidate must call the school and inform
the front office 24 hours in advance, or as soon as possible in an emergency.
Failure to follow the above rules may jeopardize participation in practicum and student
teaching experiences.
SC STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR SOUTH CAROLINA EDUCATORS
“Just Cause”
South Carolina Code Ann. ξ 59-25-160 (1990) lists reasons that the State Board of Education
may consider in determining “just cause” to suspend or revoke a teaching certificate:
Incompetence
Willful neglect of duty
Willful violation of the rules and regulations of the State Board of Education
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Unprofessional conduct
Drunkenness
Cruelty
Crimes against the laws of this state or the United States of America
Immorality
Any conduct involving moral turpitude
Dishonesty
Evident unfitness for the position for which the individual is employed, and
Sale of/or possession of narcotics
In addition, a teacher’s certificate can be suspended or revoked for failure to pay child
support (S.C. Code Ann. ξ 20-7-945 (Supp. 1998)) or for breaching a teaching contract (S.C.
Code Ann. ξ 59-25-530 (1990)).
Sanctions that the State Board of education can impose upon an educator:
Public reprimand
Suspension (up to three years), which may be accompanied by certain conditions such as
drug and alcohol testing, psychiatric counseling, specialized coursework, or other appropriate
conditions
Revocation where the teacher can reapply for a certificate after three years, and
Permanent revocation
The process for suspension or revocation of a teaching certificate:
State Board of Education Regulation 43-58.1 requires that school districts to report the
name of any certified educator who is dismissed, resigns or is otherwise separated from
employment with the district based on allegations of misconduct. Once the Department of
Education has been notified of conduct that could constitute just cause for sanctions against a
teacher’s certificate, the Department will send the teacher a letter by registered mail indicating
that a hearing will be held. The teacher has fifteen days from the receipt of this letter to make a
written request to appear at the hearing and to indicate whether the teacher wishes the hearing to
be public or private. If the teacher fails to do so within this time frame, he or she will waive the
right to appear at the hearing and the State Board may make a determination based on evidence
presented by the Department.
If the educator requests a hearing, he or she will have a due process hearing before the
Board or a hearing officer.
After a final decision is made, an order is assigned by the Board chair, and a copy is sent
to all interested parties.
Notice of suspension or revocation of a teacher’s certificate is sent to all districts in South
Carolina and to the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and
Certification (NASDTEC) Clearinghouse. Notices of public reprimand are sent only to the
school districts.
Of note: The majority of teachers in South Carolina who have their certificates
suspended or revoked do so because of inappropriate relationships or actions towards a student.
South Carolina teachers have lost their teaching certificates for
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Pursuing a personal, inappropriate relationship with a student
Touching a student in any way that is deemed inappropriate
Engaging in a physical altercation with a student
Supplying alcohol or drugs to a student
Using a school computer to view or download pornography
Sending or receiving prurient emails, including child pornography
Violating test security
Violating state or federal laws involving drugs or alcohol or other illegal behavior
Embezzling public funds
Committing breach of trust, and
Breaching a teaching contract
The educator recognizes the magnitude of the responsibility inherent in the teaching process.
The desire for the respect and confidence of one’s colleagues, of students, of parents, and of the
members of the community provides incentive to attain and maintain the highest possible degree
of ethical conduct.
-Code of Ethics of the Education Profession
ADEPT STATE TEACHING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
ADEPT is South Carolina's system for assisting, developing, and evaluating professional
teaching. The standards are aligned with nationally recognized professional standards and forms
a seamless continuum for educators throughout the teaching career. The ADEPT standards and
key elements can be found at https://ed.sc.gov/agency/programs-services/50/adeptoverview.cfm
OTHER RESOURCES
A few resources are provided below. Other resources for students can be found on the School of
Education website: http://www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/education/ and Clemson
University’s web site.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
There are several education-related student organizations that candidates may take part in.
http://www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/education/academics/organizations.html
TILLMAN MEDIA CENTER
The Tillman Media Center, located in 212 Tillman Hall, is a curriculum laboratory and materials
center that supports education. All services and resources are focused on hands-on, classroombased learning to prepare teachers for various learning environments. Items in the collection
include K-12 textbooks and lesson planning guides in many subject areas, juvenile and young
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adult literature, A/V and educational equipment, digital resources, kits, games, manipulatives,
DVDs and more. The TMC also offers large format lamination, CD/DVD duplication, book
binding, VHS to DVD formatting & a workroom for die cutting and other creative activities.
Clemson University Library materials can be picked up and returned at the TMC.
http://clemson.libguides.com/Tillman
Academic Success Center: The University provides tutoring, supplemental instruction, and
academic workshops to candidates through the Academic Success Center. Candidates should
refer to their website for further information: http://www.clemson.edu/asc/
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): Located in Redfern Health Center.
http://www.clemson.edu/campus-life/campus-services/redfern/mental-health/
Many candidates experience developmental or personal concerns, which interfere with their
academic performance. In any community, depression, anxiety, drug or alcohol abuse, or other
serious problems may stress the population. The CAPS counselors help candidates function well
in order to profit by their educational experience. The counselors prefer to work with the
candidate before their concerns develop into serious problems. CAPS provides a variety of
services including individual and group counseling, testing for learning disabilities and ADHD,
workshops on topics such as assertiveness training, stress management, test anxiety, and full
range of consultative services centering on student adjustment in higher education.
Office of Student Disability Services: Candidates with disabilities should contact the Office of
Student Disability Services. http://www.clemson.edu/campus-life/campus-services/sds/
Clemson University is committed to providing educational opportunities for all Clemson
students and assisting them in making their college experiences successful and positive. Student
Disability Services coordinates the provision of reasonable accommodations for Clemson
students with disabilities. All reasonable accommodations are individualized, flexible, and
confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment.
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