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Tom White has been a middle school science teacher for ten years. In light of the growing number of students in his school who need special education services, he has decided to return to school to get the necessary credentials to teach these students. He discovers the state in which he lives offers a fast track program for individuals who want to become a special educator as a second career. This is called a/anA. Alternative route to licensure.
B. Alternative teaching license.
C. Alternating teaching degree.
D. Alternating route to teaching.
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