This course meets the 45 hours of preparation required for a current or prospective substitute teacher to obtain an initial Teaching Permit for Statutory Leave (TPSL). The course is offered year-round and may be taken at any time.

The TPSL allows an employing agency to fill a position where the teacher of record is unable to teach due to a statutory leave with a temporary teacher of record for the duration of the leave. The TPSL requires 45 hours of preparation for each of the first three issuances of the permit. Each issuance is valid for one year, and permits a TPSL holder to remain in a classroom for one calendar year.

Once you enroll in the course, you will have 90 days to complete.

**NOTE: If after paying you receive a "Payment Declined" message, do not pay a second time. Please contact our office at academicadvise@vcoe.org or call (805)437-1320 for assistance to ensure you are not charged more than once.