A Recruitment plan for the EPP had been in place since 2014. (3.1 Recruitment plan). During this time different efforts have been made to attract highly qualified candidates into the teaching profession. However, the EPP recruit through the University of Puerto Rico Ponce Admission's Office, hence, candidates must comply with the minimum admission index (IMIS) established for each department (3.1.2 IMIS). UPRP Academic Senate approves the IMIS which is subject to revision every year. Various initiatives take place from the Admissions office and the EPP.  Activities such as Career Night, Open House and Expos provided opportunities for recruiting students from different backgrounds and settings. Prospect candidates are personally informed about admissions, requirements and additional information related to the program of studies, curriculum, job opportunities, and other important data.   At the Open Houses each year EPP faculty receive students that are interested in the Bachelor's degree, transfer programs and certifications in various areas of specialty. During the Orientation students are given a questionnaire about the recruitment process, how they know about our program and how satisfied they are with it. (see 3.1.3. Recruitment process and activities EPP).  Also, visits to several schools from various geographic areas of Puerto Rico, mostly in the southern area are schedule by the Admission Department.