Accrediting Bodies

PTSB uses the accreditation system to insure that an applicant’s institution has qualified, knowledgeable faculty and that their programs have rigor. An applicant’s teacher preparation program must, therefore, be accredited in order to be accepted for licensure in Wyoming. A public or private post-secondary institution that is accredited by an accrediting entity recognized by either the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) will be accepted by PTSB.

How do I know for sure if the program I completed or want to take is accredited?

Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the college or university that offers the program they have completed, or are interested in attending, and inquire DIRECTLY if the institution is accredited by the accrediting body. If the program is not accredited, then PTSB suggests that you seek another program because that program may not lead to licensure for the state of Wyoming.

Additionally, applicants should check the list of CHEA and USDE Recognized Accrediting Bodies: https://www.chea.org/chea-usde-recognized-accrediting-organizations