How to Fulfill the 15-Hour Requirement?

Reach University defines a credit hour as 45 hours of combined activities, which include Academic Instruction, Academic Preparation, and Applied Practica (job-embedded learning).

Reach University defines a credit hour as equivalent to 45 hours of combined activities, which include Academic Instruction (class time), Academic Preparation (out-of-class preparation), and Applied Practica (job-embedded learning).

Applied Practica: These are course activities integrated into the candidate's job responsibilities. They are designed to complement the candidate's regular teaching, leadership, or other on-the-job tasks. Examples of Applied Practica include residency hours, applied assignments, participation in coaching and formative assessments, peer collaboration, observation of work practices, and performance assessments.

Credit Hour Definition: The WSCUC defines a credit hour as a measure of work aligned with specific learning outcomes and validated by evidence of candidate achievement.

For further details, please visit https://info.reach.edu/support/credit-hour-policy.