What is the RALC?

There are four Regional Alternative Licensing Centers (RALCs) in North Carolina, created by the State Board of Education and the Department of Public Instruction. They were designed to assist lateral entry teachers in NC to achieve a full professional educator’s license. read more...>

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What is lateral entry?

Lateral entry is an alternate route to teaching in North Carolina for qualified individuals who have not completed a teacher education program. This allows individuals to apply and obtain a teaching position and begin teaching immediately. Lateral entry teachers must complete the necessary educational coursework (and other requirements) for a professional educator’s license while teaching. read more...

Do You Qualify To Teach?

Many individuals enter the teaching profession through the lateral entry process. Find out if you qualify by clicking the link below.

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News & Information

The RALCs are pleased to provide you with current information submitted to us by school systems and institutions of higher education.  For the latest announcements regarding special lateral entry course offerings and upcoming job fairs, etc., read more...