South Carolina approves another alternative teacher program

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A new alternative certification program is being offered for college graduates in South Carolina who want to teach but don't have an education degree.

The Post and Courier of Charleston reports (http://bit.ly/2qz2gjb ) is the eighth alternative certification program recognized by South Carolina and a bill signed by Gov. Henry McMaster will allow the state Board of Education to authorize more.