R277-503-1. Authority and Purpose

  (1) This rule is authorized by:

  (a) Utah Constitution Article X, Section 3, which vests general control and supervision over public education in the Board;

  (b) Section 53E-3-501, which directs the Board to establish rules and minimum standards for the qualification and licensing of educators and ancillary personnel who provide direct student services; and

  (c) Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which allows the Board to make rules to execute the Board's duties and responsibilities under the Utah Constitution and state law.

  (2) The purpose of this rule is to:

  (a) provide minimum eligibility requirements for applicants for teacher licenses;

  (b) provide explanation and criteria of various teacher licensing routes;

  (c) provide criteria and procedures for licensed teachers to earn endorsements; and

  (d) require all applicants for licenses to submit to a criminal background check.