Goals

• The mission of the Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure (OPPL) is to provide service to all individuals who request assistance and information regarding Purdue University Teacher Education Programs and Indiana licensing for educators.  OPPL objectives are to:

Objectives

• provide information about teacher education programs at Purdue University;
• provide friendly, knowledgeable, and expedient assistance to individuals who utilize OPPL services;
• develop and maintain communication regarding licensure standards and requirements with all colleges, schools, and departments of the University involved in teacher education;
• assist in the administration of Purdue University Teacher Education Council activities;
• monitor candidates' status and progress in the Teacher Education Program and maintain documentation of decisions and procedures used in the administration of teacher education programs;
• provide representation at local, state, and national meetings that involve teacher education and licensing issues;
• serve as a communication link for accreditation activities; and
• develop and maintain professional relationships with the State of Indiana and other university teacher education and licensing offices.

Staff