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Professional Sub-Teacher Certification Program (ProST-CP)
Become a classroom-ready substitute teacher—prepared, professional, and trusted.
Substitute teachers step into classrooms at critical moments.
ASTCP prepares you to do it right.
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What Is ASTCP?
The American Sub-Teacher Certification Program (ASTCP) is a comprehensive, practice-based training designed to prepare substitute teachers for the real demands of U.S. K–12 classrooms.
This program goes beyond theory.
It focuses on decision-making, classroom readiness, student safety, and professional judgment.
ASTCP is built for today’s schools—and the realities substitutes actually face.
Why ASTCP Is Different
What You Will Learn
Through ten structured modules, ASTCP prepares you to:
- Manage classrooms using positive, non-coercive strategies
- Keep students on task and engaged
- Teach effectively with or without lesson plans
- Support students with IEPs, 504 plans, and language needs
- Apply PBIS-aligned classroom management
- Follow school safety protocols and emergency procedures
- Protect student privacy under FERPA
- Understand mandated reporting responsibilities
- Use basic school technology, including attendance systems
- Communicate professionally with teachers, staff, and families
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Course Structure:
at a Glance
All modules are completed in sequence to build confidence step by step.
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10 Modules (M0–M10)
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Approx. 4 Hours Total Training
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Self-Paced, Online
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Interactive Video & Scenario-Based Learning
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Final Certification Assessment
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Master Certification
How You Learn
ASTCP combines modern learning design with practical classroom realism:
Interactive video lessons
not passive watching
Unique Learning Paths
with learning paths and professional guidance
Branching scenarios
where your choices affect outcomes
Assignments
We will check your deliverables and grade your performance
Capstone
classroom simulation
Screen-recorded simulations
for real school workflows
Assessment & Certification
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To earn your ASTCP certificate, you must:
- Complete all required modules
- Participate in interactive learning activities
- Complete a capstone classroom scenario
- Pass the final assessment with a score of 75% or higher
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Important details:
Professional & Legal Alignment
ASTCP aligns with current district expectations and includes training in:
- Student privacy and FERPA
- School safety and Standard Response Protocols (SRP)
- Bullying and harassment prevention
- Ethical boundaries and professional conduct
- Mandated reporting (state-dependent guidance)
This ensures you meet both instructional and compliance expectations.
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Who This Program Is For
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completion
What You Earn?
Upon successful completion, you receive:
- ASTCP Certificate of Completion
- Proof of professional readiness
- Confidence to manage classrooms independently
- Recognition of your commitment to safety and professionalism