CAEP Accreditation

The Alternative Route to Interim Teacher Certification (ARC) Program at Schoolcraft College is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) through December 31, 2032. This accreditation certifies that Schoolcraft College has provided required evidence that it adheres to CAEP’s standards. More information can be found on the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation website.

The chart document below lists the name of each endorsement program, including its appropriate grade bands, that are attached to initial teaching certification in the state of Michigan.

Schoolcraft College Accredited Teacher Preparation Programs

The ARC Program at Schoolcraft College reports annually to CAEP in demonstration of its commitment to continuous programmatic improvement. As part of ongoing compliance with CAEP standards and accreditation requirements, four measures are shared publicly with stakeholders. These measures and links to supporting evidence are as follows:

• Measure 1: Completer Impact and Effectiveness
• Measure 2: Satisfaction of Employers and Stakeholder Involvement
• Measure 3: Candidate Competency at Program Completion
• Measure 4: Ability for Completers to Be Hired in Education Positions for Which They Have Prepared