Urban Institute for Teacher Education

Please scroll to the bottom of the page where Special Education permission codes are discussed.

Ms. Sara Hatch Southwick, UITE Advisor and Ms. Kristen Lindsay, Licensing and Background Check Coordinator do not issue these permission codes.

We have permission code request forms or links to the pages for the codes for the following departments:

EDU (UITE Coursework)

Note that you may need to scroll towards the bottom of the page for the following areas:

ECS, ED PS, SP ED, MATH

If you can't find the permission code request form that you are looking for here, please reach out to that department's homepage.

UITE does not have and does not issue permission codes for these classes.

Permission Code forms are available on our website on the first day of student registration according to the Academic Calendar. This is the date next to "Registration Dates begin". Students should note that your individual registration date will vary and may not be the same as other students. To see when your registration date is please use the directions below. More information can be found on the Office of the Registrar's website for Registration Dates.

1. Log into Campus Information Services
2. Click on the "Registration" tile on your Student Homepage
3. Click on the "View Your Registration Dates' link
4. For more detailed information, please see https://registrar.utah.edu/_resources/documents/pdf/view-registration-dates.pdf

Your permission code may not be working for a few reasons. Before reaching out to UITE, please verify the following information:

1. Is it your Registration Date? To verify your Registration Date, please use the information in the tab above or go to: https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/appt.php
2. Verify that you have entered all the way over in the permission code box and there are no characters or spaces already in the box. For more information on how to use a permission code, please go to: https://registrar.utah.edu/_pdf/add-class-schedule-builder-12-01-2021.pdf.
3. Double check the section number you were sent in your permission code email and the section in your registration shopping cart match. If they do not, the permission code will not work. Permission codes are very specific and will only work for the section requested. For example, if you requested EDU 1010-001, then the code you were issued will be for EDU 1010-001 and will not work for EDU 1010-002.
4. Did you drop your class and you want to re-enroll? Please reach out to Kristen Lindsay, kristen.lindsay@utah.edu. Permission codes can only be used once. Please be very careful when dropping a class and be sure that is something you want to do.

Permission codes are issued 72 hours after you request them (note that no codes will be issued on weekends and holidays), pending a USBE Background Check verification that UITE completes with the USBE. This verification can sometimes take a little longer.

All fieldwork classes (classes that have you out in the schools for class completion) will require that you complete your USBE Background Check. Please see the directions at: https://uite.utah.edu/students/background-check/ for more information about the USBE Background Check. Permission codes will not be issued to students who do not have a cleared USBE Background Check.

If you are unsure if your class requires field work, please:

1. Go to the class schedule for the semester.
2. Check the summary information below the class between the general class information and above the class meeting time and location.
3. Note that Schedule Builder does not list this information when registering for classes. When you attempt to register for a class and it does not allow you to, please check the class schedule for additional information to help you register.

All permission codes are sent to students umail accounts. If you requested a permission code and you haven't received it yet, please check your umail for your permission code or to receive more information. Students are reminded that all official University correspondence is through umail even if you link your personal email to your umail. You are responsible for checking your umail and being aware of the information sent to your umail.

Students who have not completed the prerequisites for a class may not be issued a permission code for class unless special permission is given by the UITE Advisor. Students should be reaching out to UITE regarding permission codes, not instructors as instructors will not have the information regarding your USBE Background Check.

If you have an issue with your permission code, please first check the steps in the tab, "Why isn't my permission code working?". If those steps do not solve the issue, please reach out to Kristen Lindsay, kristen.lindsay@utah.edu.

No student can register for a class without a verified USIMS screen shot of their USBE Background Check Clearance and a permission code. Old CACTUS screenshots from myuen will not be accepted.

To verify that your background check is on record with the USBE, locate your CACTUS Number, and provide proof of your USBE Background Check for permission codes, please follow the directions found here. Note that your name and CACTUS ID number must appear on the screen shot you submit. Screenshots without that information present will be rejected and you must complete a new screenshot. Your permission code will not be issued if your name is not showing on the screen shot.

While a cleared background check is required to receive a permission code, students may request a permission code at any time. It may take a week for USIMS to update after you've received your fingerprint clearance. USIMS are programs supported by the USBE. The UITE does not have any access or control to update student USIMS records.

Students should note that priority for some courses may be given to students needing the course to proceed into their licensure year.

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Students Note, you will not be issued a permission code for class unless you have a cleared USBE Background Check in the USIMS system.

If you need to complete a USBE Background Check, please go to: https://uite.utah.edu/students/background-check/ to start the process.

To request a code for EDU 1010 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 1010 Permission Code Request Form

Students Note, you will not be issued a permission code for class unless you have a cleared USBE Background Check in the USIMS system.

If you need to complete a USBE Background Check, please go to: https://uite.utah.edu/students/background-check/ to start the process.

To request a code for EDU 6200 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 6200 Permission Code Request Form

To request a code for EDU 5200 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 5200 Permission Code Request Form

Students should note: Previous successful completion of ED PS 6315 or 5315 in any semester prior to fall 2024 is required to enroll in the class. If they haven't already passed, students must enroll in ED PS 6315 or 5315 in spring 2025 if they intend to register for spring 2025. Should already been enrolled in the class for spring 2025 to receive a permission code.

All students must also have a cleared USBE background check to enroll in the class.

Students needing the course in summer 2025 should use the information at this link to register for the course through UURC. https://uite.utah.edu/edu-5316-basic-intervention-for-primary-grade-readers/.

If you need to complete a USBE Background Check, please go to: https://uite.utah.edu/students/background-check/ to start the process.

Students are reminded that they must request a code and have a cleared USBE background check no later than Thursday, January 2, 2025 to enroll in the course for Spring 2025.

Students who do not meet this requirement must take the class Summer 2025.

To request a code for EDU 6315 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 6315 Permission Code Request Form

To request a code for EDU 5315 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 6315 Permission Code Request Form

Students should note: Previous successful completion of ED PS 6315 or 5315 in any semester prior to fall 2024 is required to enroll in the class. If they haven't already passed, students must enroll in ED PS 6315 or 5315 in spring 2025 if they intend to register for spring 2025. Should already be enrolled in the class for spring 2025 to receive a permission code.

Students should note: Previous successful completion of ED PS 6321 or 5321 in any semester prior to fall 2024 is required to enroll in the class. If they haven't already passed, students must enroll in ED PS 6321 or 5321 in spring 2025 if they intend to register for spring 2025. Should already be enrolled in the class for spring 2025 to receive a permission code.

Students needing the course in summer 2025 should use the information at this link to register for the course through UURC. https://uite.utah.edu/edu-5321-basic-intervention-for-upper-elementary-grade-readers/

All students must also have a cleared USBE background check to enroll in the class.

If you need to complete a USBE Background Check, please go to: https://uite.utah.edu/students/background-check/ to start the process.
Students are reminded that they must request a code and have a cleared USBE background check no later than Thursday, January 2, 2025 to enroll in the course for Spring 2025.

Students who do not meet this requirement must take the class Summer 2025.

To request a code for EDU 6321 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 6321 Permission Code Request Form

To request a code for EDU 5321 for spring 2025, please click on the link: EDU 5321 Permission Code Request Form

Students Note, you will not be issued a permission code for class unless you have a cleared USBE Background Check in the USIMS system.

Priority is given to students who need to enroll in the course to complete their licensure year in 2025-2026. Students who are not completing the Licensure Year in 2025-2026 will automatically be placed on the wait list until it is determined that there is room available in the course. Students placed on the wait list should register for a different course to ensure that they meet the minimums for full time student status as there is no guarantee that there will be space available in class for non 2025-2026 licensure year students in FA 4000 for Spring 2025.

If you need to complete a USBE Background Check, please go to: https://uite.utah.edu/students/background-check/ to start the process.

To request a code for FA 4000 for spring 2025, please click on the link: FA 4000 Permission Code Request Form

Permission Codes for Licensure Year courses are issued at the Mandatory Orientation which takes place in April. Licensure Year students, please check your umail or your Academic Advisor for more information.

Students not admitted to the UITE Licensure Program and are not completing their Licensure year will not be permitted to enroll in these courses. If you are not completing your Licensure Year and have not been admitted to the UITE Licensure Programs, please choose another class to register. Information regarding admissions can be found at: https://uite.utah.edu/students/admissions/.

Licensure Year Courses include:

Elementary:

EDU 5201

EDU 5310

EDU 5360

EDU 5380

EDU 5390

EDU 5391

EDU 5395

Secondary:

EDU 5201

EDU 5490

EDU 5491

EDU 5495