Conversion Mechanism

Piedmont College is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission to evaluate the programs of previous Piedmont College graduates who are not certified in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) to determine if they are eligible for program conversion. Graduates who have passed the requisite coursework and the GACE in Curriculum and Instruction qualify to be recommendation for initial certification C&I at the level commensurate with their degree.

Piedmont College does NOT offer the Conversion Mechanism to graduates of other institutions.

Who is eligible?

Educators who completed a graduate degree with Piedmont College, either in Curriculum and Instruction or a previously offered field closely related to C&I (e.g., Teacher Leadership, Teaching and Learning) prior to June 2013 may apply for the Conversion Mechanism. Candidates must make formal application with the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Acceptance for the Conversion Mechanism and recommendation for certification is not automatic. In addition to the formal application and transcript analysis, candidates are required to complete a professional portfolio within a one credit-hour seminar: EDUC 7796 - Portfolio and Presentation - Conversion Mechanism. Additional courses may also be required depending upon their previous graduate study and professional work experience. An interview and formal defense of the portfolio are also required.