The College of Education Teacher-Educator Competency Program (TECP)

A Trustees Education Initiative (TEI)

The College of Education Teacher-Educator Competency Program (TECP) is a Trustees Education Initiative (TEI) that provides Wyoming educators with accessible, low-cost professional learning opportunities to support career growth and continued excellence in teaching. The program offers numerous professional development courses that fulfill teacher and substitute teacher licensure recertification requirements and in some districts, pay scale advancements. Courses are designed with the needs of practicing educators in mind and the program offers flexible pathways for teachers to enhance their knowledge, strengthen instructional practice, and advance their careers.

Professional Development Newsletter - Please Return Fall 2026

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  • The College of Education Teacher-Educator Competency Program is a Trustees Education initiative (TEI) for professional development aimed at Wyoming teachers.
  • It offers a wide range of more than 20 professional development courses. Course offerings and registration availability varies by semester. 
  • The program supports teacher licensure recertification.

  • Provide Low-cost and Accessible professional development courses for Wyoming Teachers.
  • Strengthen Teaching Practice through professional learning.
  • Support Career Advancement with professional development coursework that fulfills licensure renewal requirements.
  • Expand Access by offering flexible online learning opportunities for educators across Wyoming.
  • Address Statewide Needs through coursework aligned with current educational priorities and classroom practice.
  • Develop Educational Leaders who positively impact student learning, schools, and communities.

  • The next session of PD courses will be offered Fall 2026. 

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Teacher-Educator Competency Program (TECP)?

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Jake Orr

Pete Moran Alan Buss

Jake Orr

Program Coordinator, Senior

jorr2@uwyo.edu

Pete Moran

Associate Dean

moranpw@uwyo.edu

Alan Buss

Associate Dean

abuss@uwyo.edu