Each state has unique requirements for teacher
licensure or certification.
For information about the requirements in your state,
click here and
choose your state. Even though most states have
unique requirements, teachers are typically required
to fulfill the following basic requirements:
A bachelor's degree, and in some
states, a post-baccalaureate or master's degree.
For elementary education, either a major or minor
in education (for B.A.) or a Masters in Education
will be required.
For secondary subjects, a degree in the teaching
area. An approved, accredited education
program that fulfills student teaching and practicum
requirements must be completed.
In addition to the major, proof of a strong liberal
arts foundation may be required. Most states require
a passing grade on their state test or the PRAXIS exam.
Some states require proof that you have taken
a variety of college courses in basic subject areas
(English, math, science, social studies, and language),
particularly for obtaining licensure in elementary
education.
To recruit more teachers, especially
in areas with a shortage of teachers, a number of
states have programs that
offer nontraditional routes to teaching. Several
have special licensing procedures
for non-traditional applicants. The requirements
for an alternative teaching licenses can differ by
state. Typically, applicants must hold a bachelor's
degree in the subject to be taught, receive a passing
score on state-required examinations, complete
a state approved teacher preparation program, and
may be required to fulfill a supervised teaching
internship. After successful completion of these
requirements, the applicant will be issued a teaching
credential.
Need to find out the specific requirements for
teacher certification and renewal for your state?
Select your state below and we'll point you in the
right direction!
Please Note: Virtual Education
Software, Inc. has made every effort to ensure
this information is accurate and up-to-date, however,
you must be sure to check with your state department
of education to ensure all of your specific requirments
are met.
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