The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) approval is required for any provider prior to implementing a new program of study that prepares candidates for educator licensure in Arkansas. 

The process for submitting a proposal for an Arkansas licensure program is located in the document below. This document includes information for new first-time licensure programs as well as revisions to currently approved programs.

Alternative Educator Preparation Program Approval Protocols (October 2024 )