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• Some chemical engineering students are exempt from this requirement; the exemption information is available here. 
• The test is offered during limited times throughout the year and is a prerequisite for teaching at UT.
• A student should take the ITA certification BEFORE they intend to TA.
• The Department of Chemical Engineering will pay for the first exam; the student is required to pay for any subsequent exams.
  • Send payment emails to chemegrad@utexas.edu and the department will cover the cost of the first exam. 

The following timeline is recommended for ITA certification to prevent TA appointment complications assuming a fall start to the PhD program:

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Many students have additional considerations when planning the completion of their TA requirements. Some of the most common issues are summarized in the following table and discussed below.