Northern Illinois University
Educator Licensure and Preparation

University Committee on Initial Educator Licensure (UCIEL)

The University Committee on Initial Educator Licensure (UCIEL) reviews and approves policies, curriculum and procedures about Initial Educator Licensure programs, especially as they relate to program accreditation and issues regarding national, state and local education.

• UCIEL bylaws and membership
• Minutes
• NIU Policy for Candidates with a Short-term Substitute License

University Committee on Advanced and Non-teaching Educator Licensure Programs (UCANELP)

The University Committee on Advanced and Non-Teaching Educator Licensure Programs (UCANELP) advises on professional educator licensure at NIU. The committee is focused on advanced and nonteaching programs. It coordinates policies, curriculum and procedures in those areas.

UCANELP bylaws and membership