Although experience in a multi-cultural setting, working with more than one group of students and working with spcial/exceptional students?is not in statute it is a part of the NCATE-state partnership standards review.

Kentucky does have a state requirement for student teaching, but not have a set number of hours for clinical observation. However, institutions must address national standards adopted by the state that include a field experience and clinical practice component. Plus the accreditation standards used by the state require clinical observation.