Martin Luther College (MLC) prepares men and women for service in the public ministry of the WELS as teachers.
MLC Undergraduate Teaching Licensure Programs
Students who complete a Bachelor of Science in Education at MLC have completed a teacher preparation license-approved program required for a Tier III Minnesota State Teaching License.
At this time, we have limited online undergraduate offerings and do not have a fully online undergraduate teaching degree. Accepted students acknowledge that the program they are completing prepares them for licensure in the state of Minnesota. Therefore, we treat all incoming undergraduate students as Minnesota State Residents.
Completion of an undergraduate education program at MLC prepares students to be eligible for a Minnesota (MN) Tier III Teaching License. This license reflects that a person is prepared to teach in a WELS or ELS school or early childhood center or a public school. An MN Tier III licensed teacher can immediately join a faculty in Minnesota or apply for license reciprocity in any other state and often abroad.
MLC’s mission, though, is to prepare individuals to serve in the public ministry as called teachers at a WELS or ELS school or early childhood center. On MLC’s Assignment Day, license-eligible graduates may be assigned to any WELS or ELS school or early childhood center across twenty-six different states and abroad.
Graduates must apply for and complete their Minnesota Tier III Teaching license first and can then apply for out-of-state licensure reciprocity in the state they are called to teach. The MLC Licensure Office is happy to help by providing documentation and attestation of program completion as needed.
MLC Graduate Teaching Licensure Program
MLC currently offers only one program for licensure in graduate studies.
Graduates of the Master of Science in Special Education may choose the option of earning a MN Special Education Learning Disabilities license as part of the program. The LD license requires a current MN teaching license. If you do not hold a current MN Teaching license, please contact the Licensure Office to discuss the best path forward.
Out-of-State Licensure Guidance
The information included on this webpage provides guidance on what may be asked of graduates as they apply for a teaching license in another state. While the information on this page is reviewed annually in June and updated as our offices are made aware of changes for state-specific requirements, MLC defers to each state’s teaching licensure offices for the most current out-of-state licensure reciprocity requirements.
Licensure requirements vary from state to state. Contact information and initial information for obtaining a license in another state is available to you by clicking on a specific state or U.S. territory located in the menu on the right.
The MLC Licensure Office stands ready to assist students who are pursuing equivalent teaching licenses in other states.
- Contact MLC’s Licensure Office at licensure@mlc-wels.edu for licensure questions.
- Official transcripts are available by submitting the completed request form to the Record Office.
There are many links to state agencies and documents included in this page. An attempt to keep the information current will be done by periodic review. If you find links that are no longer active, please alert Deb Plath (plathda@mlc-wels.edu). Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
MLC education graduates may be assigned to teach at WELS or ELS early childhood centers or elementary and secondary schools in one of the following states. The list of criteria below are general guidelines. MLC graduates seeking licensure in another state should contact the licensure office in that state for specific requirements.
Alaska
Alaska Department of Education and Early Development
Mailing Address
Alaska Dept. of Education and Early Development
PO Box 110500
Juneau, AK 99811-0500
Physical Address
Juneau Physical Address
333 Willoughby Avenue, 9th Floor
Juneau, AK 99801
Anchorage Physical Address
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 810
Anchorage, AK 99501
Contact Information
(907) 465-2831
Email: tcwebmail@alaska.gov
Website: Teacher Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary
The Out-of-State Professional teacher certificate is for applicants who have completed a state-approved teacher preparation program from a regionally accredited college or university.
The Professional Out-of-State teacher certificate is for educators currently certified in another state under a regular certificate and who wish to teach in Alaska. To qualify for this certificate, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Provide a current, valid out-of-state, regular teacher certificate.
- Out-of-country certificates will not be accepted.
- Submit a resume showing 2 years of teaching experience with the corresponding certificate.
- Submit official transcripts showing completion of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited university.
- Complete the four Mandatory Trainings and provide verification for at least one of the completed trainings.
The Professional Out-of-State teacher certificate will be valid for two years and may be extended once, at no charge, for an additional three years, provided the extension requirements are met before the certificate’s expiration date.
- For the three-year extension, official transcripts must be received by the Teacher Certification office before the expiration date of the Professional Out-of-State certificate. These transcripts must show the completion of:
- Three (3) semester hours of approved Alaska Studies coursework.
- Three (3) semester hours of approved Alaska Multicultural coursework.
Endorsements on a Professional Out-of-State teacher certificate will reflect those on the applicant’s out-of-state certificate. If the applicant holds more than one valid out-of-state certificate, they must choose which certificate to submit with the initial application.
All materials are submitted through the TEACH-AK portal. The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development maintains a guide to using TEACH-AK.
Special Education
If you wish to teach special education to children with disabilities, you must, in addition to meeting other requirements for teacher certification, secure an endorsement based upon completion of an approved teacher training program in special education.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Alaska after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on July 9, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Arizona
Arizona Department of Education
Certification Unit
Mailing Address
Arizona Department of Education – Certification Unit
P.O. Box 6490
Phoenix, AZ 85005
Physical Address
Phoenix Physical Address
100 N 15th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Tucson Physical Address
416 W Congress Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
Contact Information
(602) 542-4367
Web Contact Form
Website: Educator Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary
The Arizona Department of Education Certification Unit will reciprocate with all states and may issue a comparable teaching, administrative, or professional non-teaching certificate to an applicant who holds a valid, comparable certificate in another state and is in good standing in that other state.
Applicants may also qualify to add additional approved areas or endorsements to existing teaching certificates if they hold a valid, comparable approved area or endorsement in another state. Individuals who qualify under Certification Reciprocity Rules are exempt from Arizona educator exam requirements.
We will not reciprocate expired, temporary, non-renewable, or out-of-the-country certificates/licenses.
The fee is $60 per certificate, endorsement, or approved area. Per Board-rule certification fees are non-refundable.
Submit the following documents as indicated to apply under Certification Reciprocity:
- Valid IVP Fingerprint Card: A photocopy of your valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Identity Verified Prints (IVP) fingerprint clearance card.
- Out-of-State Certificate/License: A photocopy of your valid, comparable out-of-state educator certificate or National Board Certificate.
- Submit a photocopy with your application if you apply by mail -OR-
- Upload a copy of your certificate when you apply online
- Official Transcripts: Your official transcripts or foreign credential evaluation are submitted to certification@azed.gov by your institution.
Exams or work experience are not required under reciprocity rules.
Allowable Deficiencies
Please be aware that applicants coming from another state are required to have U.S. Constitution and Arizona State Constitution. These are allowable deficiencies for 1 or 3 years, depending on the area of certification, and the certificate will be issued without meeting these requirements. If these requirements are not met within the allowable time the certificate will be placed on non-disciplinary suspension. Once the deficiency is met, the certificate will be extended back to its original end date. Deficiency removal information may be found here.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Arizona after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on July 29, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Arizona Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
California
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Address
May Lee State Office Complex Commission on Teacher Credentialing
651 Bannon Street, Suite 600
Sacramento, CA 95811
Contact Information
Live Chat Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM PT
Email: credentials@ctc.ca.gov
Website: Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary
California authorizes self-contained teaching, typically found in elementary schools, via the Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this credential based on out-of-state preparation, you must submit the following minimum requirements:
- Application Form (41-4) and processing fee.
- Official transcripts verifying your Bachelor’s degree (and any additional higher degrees). The transcripts must be the original college issued documents, not photocopies, but they do not have to be sealed in the original envelope.
- A copy of your professional-level out-of-state teaching license authorizing elementary school teaching. Be sure to include a copy of the back of the document if the back has any licensing information or authorizations printed on it.
- Evidence of fingerprint processing. See Credential Leaflet CL-271Open PDF in current window. regarding fingerprint requirements.
Suggested for Submission
The following documentation is suggested, but not required, for initial certification. If you have any of the following additional information please include it with your application packet so that the Commission can clear you of future renewal requirements:
- A copy of an out-of-state examination that meets the requirements for the California Basic Skills Examination.
See Credential Leaflet CL-667 for additional information, including examples of out-of-state examinations that meet this requirement.
Note: An applicant who does not meet this requirement with their initial application will have one year to complete the Basic Skills Requirement. Failure to do so after one year will make them ineligible for California public school employment. - If applicable, verification of two or more years of successful full-time out-of-state teaching experience.
Experience verification must include an original letter from your out-of-state employer(s) AND two years of satisfactory performance evaluations. See the definitions for “Full-Time Teaching Experience” and “Satisfactory Performance Evaluations” on page 5 of Commission Leaflet CL-561 for detailed information on what your experience letters and evaluations MUST include.
California has a two-tier credential structure. A preliminary credential is the first document issued after an individual meets basic credential requirements. The preliminary credential is issued for a maximum of five years. A clear credential is issued when all credential requirements have been completed. If requirements for the clear credential are not completed before the expiration of the preliminary, the holder will be unable to teach in California’s public schools with that credential until those requirements are met and the document is renewed.
Special Education
California authorizes special education teaching in elementary, middle, and high schools via the Education Specialist Teaching Credential. This credential is issued in specific specialty areas that align with Federal Disability Categories. If your out-of-state credential was issued in only “Special Education,” or in a specialty area that does not align with a California specialty area, the Commission may issue you a Level I credential in one of these specialty areas: Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Moderate/Severe Disabilities, or Early Childhood Special Education.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this credential based on out-of-state preparation, you must submit the following minimum requirements:
- Application Form (41-4) and processing fee.
- Official transcripts verifying your Bachelor’s degree (and any additional higher degrees).
The transcripts must be the original college issued documents, not photocopies, but they do not have to be sealed in the original envelope. - A copy of your professional-level out-of-state teaching license authorizing special education teaching.
Be sure to include a copy of the back of the document if the back has any licensing information or authorizations printed on it. If your out-of-state special education authorization/endorsement is only in special education or in a specialty area that does not align with a California specialty area then it is considered “generic” and you will only be eligible for Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Moderate/Severe Disabilities, or Early Childhood Special Education specialty areas. Providing a letter verifying student teaching or two years of full-time teaching experience in the requested specialty area will allow you to clear specific requirements. Submitting such a letter (if possible) with your application is advised but not required. - Evidence of fingerprint processing.
See Credential Leaflet CL-271Open PDF in current window. regarding fingerprint requirements.
Suggested for Submission
The following documentation is suggested, but not required, for initial certification. If you have any of the following additional information please include it with your application packet so that the Commission can clear you of future renewal requirements:
- A copy of an out-of-state examination that meets the requirements for the California Basic Skills Examination.
See Credential Leaflet CL-667 for additional information, including examples of out-of-state examinations that meet this requirement.
Note: An applicant who does not meet this requirement with their initial application will have one year to complete the Basic Skills Requirement. Failure to do so after one year will make them ineligible for California public school employment. - If applicable, verification of two or more years of successful full-time out-of-state teaching experience in special education.
Experience verification must include an original letter from your out-of-state employer(s) AND two years of satisfactory performance evaluations. See the definitions for “Full-Time Teaching Experience” and “Satisfactory Performance Evaluations” on page 6 of Commission Leaflet CL-808 for detailed for detailed information on what your experience letters and evaluations MUST include.
California has a two-tier credential structure. A Level I credential is the first document issued after an individual meets basic credential requirements. The Level I credential is issued for a maximum of five years. A clear credential is issued when all credential requirements have been completed. If requirements for the clear credential are not completed before the expiration of the Level I, the holder will be unable to teach in California’s public schools with that credential until those requirements are met and the document is renewed.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in California after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on July 30, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Colorado
Colorado Department of Education
Licensing Office – Educator Talent
Mailing Address
Educator Talent
201 East Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
Physical Address
Counter Service is not available.
Contact Information for Licensure Requirements
(720) 739-3304, Phone hours are 7:30 am – 12:30 pm Monday – Friday
Web form: Licensing Support Requests
Website: Educator Talent Licensing Office
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
General Requirements Per License Type Are Listed Below
- Select the credential type for the application checklist and complete details on how to apply.
- Be sure also to review the information at the following webpages:
Teacher
- bachelor’s or higher degree
- approved program verification form completed by the certification officer or registrar at the college/university at which you complete teacher preparation
- demonstration of content knowledge
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Colorado after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on July 31, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Colorado Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Florida
Florida Bureau of Educator Certification
Mailing Address
Bureau of Educator Certification
Room 201, Turlington Building
325 West Gaines Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
Physical Address
Counter service is not available. Please mail, call, or email inquiries.
Contact
US Domestic Toll-Free Number: 800-445-6739
Outside US: 850-245-5049
Webform: Certification Questions
Website: Educator Certification
Reciprocity for Out-of-state Teachers and Administrators
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Florida has two reciprocity routes for certified teachers and administrators to qualify for our Professional Certificate.
Route 1: Valid Standard Certificate Issued by a State Other than Florida
- The certificate shall be the valid standard educator’s certificate issued by that state which is comparable to a Florida Professional Certificate, and
- Be issued in a subject comparable to a Florida certification subject, and
- Require the same or higher level of training required for certification in that subject in Florida, and
- The certificate must be currently valid (not expired or revoked).
Route 2: Certificate Issued by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)
- The NBPTS certificate must be currently valid.
- The Florida certificate will reflect the Florida subject considered comparable to the NBPTS subject.
Begin the Process
- If you feel you meet the requirements for one of our reciprocity routes, then begin the “Steps to Certification” by clicking on the link below. You will apply for a Florida Professional Certificate in the same subject/s shown on your valid out-of-state or NBPTS certificate.
- If you no longer hold a certificate from another state or the NBPTS, then begin the “Steps to Certification” by clicking on the link below. You will apply for a Florida Temporary Certificate in your bachelor’s or higher degree major or in the subject area of your teacher education program.
Need help with determining the Florida subject that matches your out-of-state certificate? See our list of Florida certification subjects and our chart of Florida subjects that compare to NBPTS certification areas.
Want to learn more about the certificates and the requirements to qualify? See our section titled “Certificate Types and Requirements” for a breakdown of the qualifications and the options for becoming eligible for certification.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Florida after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 1, 2024
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Florida Bureau of Educator Certification, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Georgia
Georgia Professional Standards Commission
Educator Certification Division
Mailing Address
200 Piedmont Avenue SE
Suite 1702, West Tower
Atlanta, CA 30334-9032
Physical Address
200 Piedmont Avenue SE
Suite 1702, West Tower
Atlanta, CA 30334-9032
Contact Information
Metro Atlanta and Long Distance Line: (404) 232-2500
Toll Free Outside the Metro Atlanta Area: (800) 869-7775
Webform: Contact Certification
Website: Out-of-State Educators
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
If your out-of-state certificate meets certain requirements, it is possible to get a Georgia certificate based on interstate reciprocity (see below for how to apply). In order to qualify, you must hold a valid or expired certificate in a field that is comparable to one of Georgia’s certificate fields. The certificate must also meet the following conditions:
- Issued by another U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or other qualifying jurisdiction such as the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA); if you hold an educator certificate in a U.S. territory or another country, please visit the International Educators page.
- Is a professional certificate based on completion of a state-approved educator preparation program including pedagogy and clinical practice in the base field of certification. If you hold only a temporary or provisional certificate, please visit the Become a Georgia Educator page. If you do not know if your out-of-state certificate is considered “professional”, please click here to view a table of some acceptable out-of-state certificates.
Special Georgia Considerations
Content Knowledge Assessment
All applicants for Georgia certification must pass the content knowledge assessment(s) applicable to their fields of certification, unless they fall under one of the following exemptions:
- Out-of-state professional certificate holders who have worked full-time in their certificate field for five years (see Out-of-State Experience Exemption below for more information);
- Out-of-state professional certificate holders who were required to pass a content assessment for their out-of-state certificate;
- Individuals holding valid National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification in the specific certificate field(s) sought in Georgia;
- Individuals seeking certification in one of the following fields in which Georgia does not have an approved content assessment: Audiology, CTAE Career Specializations, Dance, Drama, Healthcare Science, School Nutrition Director, School Social Work, Speech, Physical and Health Disabilities, Special Education Preschool, Visual Impairment, and some world language fields.
If you do not meet any of the exemption criteria outlined above and wish to learn more about taking a GaPSC-approved content knowledge assessment, please visit the Content Assessment page.
Standards of Conduct
An applicant for certification in Georgia must comply with the ethical standards of the profession. An FBI background check (fingerprint) is required for employment in Georgia public schools and a Georgia criminal history check is required every five years for certificate renewal. In addition, applicants for certification must respond to background check questions on the application form. Individuals applying for or already holding certification who violate standards of conduct may be subject to a GaPSC investigation which could involve certificate denial, suspension or revocation. For more information about the Code of Ethics for Educators and the GaPSC Ethics Division, please visit the Ethics page.
Special Education
The special education requirement mandated by House Bill 671 is satisfied by completing a course in the identification and education of children who have special educational needs. This general introductory survey course emphasizes the characteristics of all exceptionalities (behavioral, developmental, and learning disabilities, deaf education, physical and health disabilities, and visual impairment, as well as gifted) with the appropriate identification and educational programming. In addition to coursework, the following may also satisfy the requirement:
- Holding National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification;
- A degree with a major in Special Education; or
- Five years of successful out-of-state educator experience (see Out-of-State Experience Exemption below for more information);
There are many courses that cover the required topics, and if you have completed an educator preparation program in another state you may have already completed an acceptable course. If you would like to know if a certain course would be applicable, please Contact Certification and include the course name, course description, and a link to the institution’s website. For common examples of exceptional child course verbiage, please see the following:
Ethics Assessment
The Georgia Educator Ethics Assessments are designed to both teach and assess knowledge of the Georgia Code of Ethics for Educators and ethical skills to guide behaviors and decision making.
The Educator Ethics Assessment is designed for beginning and currently practicing teachers.
- Educator Ethics Assessment (Test Code 360) is required for individuals applying for the following certificates:
- Pre-Service;
- Provisional;
- International Exchange;
- 1-Year and 5-Year Induction;
- Initial 3-Year Permit;
- 5-Year Permit (if initial Permit was issued after 10/15/17); and
- Clearance certificate if certification is waived by the employing school district using a charter or strategic waiver.
How to Apply
When you are ready to apply, please submit the following items to our office:
- Online Certification Application – Must be completed through your MyPSC account. Certification is going paperless.;
- Verification of Lawful Presence Documentation;
- Experience Verification Form:
- Please use this form to verify any educator experience earned in another state while holding a professional certificate in the same field and state;
- The form must be filled out completely, including indication of satisfactory performance evaluations, by a representative of the Human Resources/Personnel department of your current or former employing school system;
- If you have less than one year of educator experience, you do not need to submit this form.
- Copy of your professional out-of-state certificate, or a state website where your certification may be publicly verified;
- Copy of the official score report(s) for any content/subject area assessments you were required to take for your out-of-state certificate:
- Scores printed from an online educator account will not be accepted unless they are publicly verifiable. If you are unable to acquire official score reports, please ask the certification office in your state to write an official letter verifying the name and date of the certification assessments you passed.
- If you are submitting Praxis scores used for certification in another state, please do not have the scores submitted electronically to the GaPSC from the testing provider. Please order a hard copy of the score report, then submit a copy of that score report to the GaPSC through your MyPSC account.
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities you have attended. Official college transcripts cannot be uploaded online through your MyPSC account. Official transcripts must be submitted in one of the following ways:
- Transmitted directly by the college/university in a secure electronic format such as Parchment or E-Script to mail@gapsc.com.
- Emailed to mail@gapsc.com directly from the institution.
- If you completed a non-traditional certification program and/or student teaching and pedagogy is not shown on your official transcripts, please have your certification official with your college/university complete the Approved Program Completion Form, or contact your home state certification department for an official letter detailing how you received your out-of-state certificate.
- $20 processing fee:
- You must pay this fee online through your MyPSC account.
With exceptions noted above, documents must be uploaded through your MyPSC account. For more information about submitting application documents, please visit the How to Submit Application Materials page.
Once your complete application package is received, the Certification Division staff will evaluate it. If you are eligible for a Georgia certificate, it will be issued electronically through your MyPSC account. If further information is needed or you have outstanding requirements, correspondence will be issued electronically through the same account. In either case, you will receive an email alerting you to the presence of a new document in your account. Complete applications are processed in the order they are received. After you submit your application package, you may check the status by following the instructions found on the Application Status page.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Georgia after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 2, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Georgia Professional Standards Committee, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Illinois
Illinois State Board of Education
Educator Effectiveness Department
The State Board of Education maintains regional offices.
Please review the Licensure Message Center to identify your local regional office for contact information.
Website: Become a Teacher
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Those holding a valid, comparable out-of-state license are required to include the following with the application.
- A copy of your valid, comparable out-of-state license
- A bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
Those not holding a valid, comparable out-of-state license are required to include the following additional documents.
- Proof of completion of a State Approved Program
- Student teaching or equivalent experience
- Completion of coursework addressing methods of teaching exceptional children, reading methods, content area reading, and methods of teaching English learners
- Licensure Tests
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Illinois after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 5, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Illinois State Board of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Indiana
Indiana Department of Education
Educator Licensing
Address
115 W Washington St, Ste 600
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Contact Information
(317) 232-9010
Webform: Educator Licensing Self-Help Form
Website: Educator Licensing
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education
Indiana’s process for applying reciprocity to out-of-state license holders changed in 2016, making the process much easier. If you hold a valid out-of-state license and have completed an CAEP or AAQEP accredited or state-approved teacher preparation program in another state and want to obtain an Indiana teaching license, or if you are from another state and do not hold a teaching license but would like to obtain an Indiana teaching license, there are licensure paths available for you.
Please note, however, that Indiana requires an applicant to pass a content (subject matter) licensure test in every content area that will appear on the Indiana license issued. In content areas in which you have not passed a test, you may be eligible for a one-year temporary reciprocal permit if you hold a valid out-of-state license, on which you may teach while meeting Indiana’s testing requirements. Eligibility for the reciprocal permit means that both some of the Indiana requirements for licensure have been met and one holds a valid (unexpired) out-of-state license. Reciprocity does not obligate Indiana to waive certain deficiencies, nor to exempt individuals from requirements set forth by Indiana administrative law/rule.
Also, there are seven licensure content areas which cannot be added to an Indiana license or transferred from an out-of-state license if the way that content area was obtained was through testing alone. In these seven areas, completion of an approved program of coursework is required in addition to testing. These areas are: English Learners, Exceptional Needs, Communication Disorders, Elementary Generalist, Early Childhood Generalist, High Ability and Fine Arts (visual art, music, theater). If you were issued a license in another state in one or more of these seven areas through testing alone and you have not completed a program of coursework in the content area, you may be eligible for a temporary reciprocal permit on which you can teach while you meet Indiana’s coursework requirements.
Indiana also requires all applicants to complete CPR/Heimlich/AED training, including hands-on skill practice on a mannequin in person with an instructor and suicide prevention training. Depending on your application path and type of Indiana license being issued the timing of these required trainings varies, but you may be required to complete these trainings in order to submit your application.
For Step-by-step instructions on how to create an account in our online license application system called LVIS and to apply using the application option that best meets your circumstances, please select an option below:
- If you completed an CAEP or AAQEP accredited or state approved teacher preparation program in another state, you hold a valid teaching license from that state, and you were required to pass a content (subject-matter) test to obtain that license, Click Here.
- If you completed an CAEP or AAQEP accredited or state approved teacher preparation program in another state, you hold a valid teaching license from that state and you were not required to pass a content (subject-matter) test to obtain that license, Click Here.
- If you completed a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and a Montessori elementary-level training program accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (CAEP accredited), Click Here
- If you hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution but you have not completed a teacher preparation program, Click Here.
Required Documents for Out-of-State Applications
All documentation must be provided (uploaded) together in the application. If additional documentation is needed, your application will be returned to you. Applications marked as Additional Documentation Required will be held for 90 days, after which they will be closed. You will be required to apply again and submit another fee.
- Valid CPR certification from an IDOE approved provider.
- Suicide prevention training certificate.
- Valid out-of-state license or certificate issued by a government agency, or a statement that no valid license or certificate is held. Provide both instructional and administrative licenses.
- Educational experience verification letters signed by employers on letterhead stating position and number of years of experience. To be considered for an Administrative license, you must provide verification of two (2) years instructional experience.
- Official transcripts for all coursework completed:
- Obtain an official transcript for your own records and upload to the application.
- The signature of the registrar must be visible.
- Unofficial transcripts, diplomas, and grade reports are not accepted.
- Electronic transcripts: ensure the document is not locked, expired, or password protected.
- Paper transcripts: scan each transcript double-sided into one PDF file.
- If the file is over 5 MB, use a PDF compression tool such as smallpdf.com
- Please do not mail transcripts directly.
If necessary, transcripts can be emailed to transcript@doe.in.gov
- Official score reports for tests that support an out-of-state license or certificate
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) content areas (Agriculture, Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health Science, Marketing, and Trade and Industrial Areas) also require documentation of 4000 hours of related non-teaching industry work experience.
Special Education
There are five different licenses in Exceptional Education:
- Exceptional Needs – Blind and Low Vision
- Exceptional Needs – Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Exceptional Needs – Intense
- Exceptional Needs – Mild
- Exceptional Needs – Reading
Individuals graduating from MLC with a degree in Special Education should work closely with their MLC faculty advisor and the MLC Licensing Office to understand how their program courses correlate with the expectations for licensure in Indiana. Special Education graduates seeking licensure in Indiana should complete the Educator Licensing Self-Help Form to begin the conversation.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Indiana after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 6, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Indiana Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Iowa
Iowa Department of Education
Educational Licensure
Address
701 E Court Avenue A
Des Moines, IA 50309
In-person visits are by appointment only. Please contact the office by phone or email.
Contact Information
Elementary Teacher Licensure – Prepared at out of state college
Contact Geri McMahon at geri.mcmahon@iowa.gov or by calling (515) 281-3437.
Secondary Teacher Licensure – Prepared at out of state college
Contact David Wempen at david.wempen@iowa.gov or by calling (515) 897-9546.
Special Education
Contact Geri McMahon at geri.mcmahon@iowa.gov or by calling (515) 281-3437.
Website: Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Completion of a full state-approved teacher preparation program for college semester hour credits from a regionally-accredited institution outside Iowa, and coursework deficiencies were identified after a Bureau of Educational Examiner transcript review. Applicants who have completed non-traditional programs should contact our office before applying to determine eligibility.
Additional application requirements include official transcripts, verification of program completion, valid or expired teaching license from another state, verification of required assessments (if required), and experience verification (if applicable).
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Iowa after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 6, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Iowa Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Kansas
Kansas State Department of Education
Division of Learning Services – Teacher Licensure
Mailing Address
KSDE
Attention: Teacher Licensure
900 S.W. Jackson Street, Suite 106
Topeka, KS 66612-1212
Physical Address
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson Street, Suite 102
Topeka, KS 66612
Contact Information
Office/Building Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(785) 296-2288
Email: TLALicense@ksde.org
Webpage: Teacher Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Information/Documents Required to Complete Application:
- Official college/university transcripts. All electronic transcripts uploaded must be official transcripts sent directly to you from the college/university.
- Copies of licenses. You will provide a copy of your out-of-state license/certificate and any license/certificate valid during your experience(s).
- Contact information for your educator preparation program. You will need the name, phone number, position, and email address of the individual who is the Dean of the College of Education, Program Director, or Licensure Officer at the college, university, or program where you completed your teacher preparation program.
- Contact information for your experience. You will need the name, phone number, position, and email address of a Human Resources Director or other School Administrator for every district where you have experience.
- Testing. You will need to upload copies of any testing taken for your out-of-state license/certificates. In general, evidence of content and general pedagogy testing is required. Three to five years of accredited experience may exempt testing.
- Experience. None is required for the Initial license. Three to five years of accredited teaching experience may allow a Kansas teaching license to be issued at the Professional level.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Kansas after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 14, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Division of Learning Services – Teaching Licensure office, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Maryland
Maryland State Department of Education
Division of Educator Effectiveness
Address
Maryland State Department of Education
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Contact Information
(410) 767-0390
Email: certinfo.msde@maryland.gov
Website: Educator License
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Pathway Requirements – Professional Teaching License
Applicants who hold a professional teaching license from another state must hold
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, or the U.S. equivalent of a foreign degree
- Valid, professional license from another state or country in the area of licensure being sought
- Passing score (159) on the Praxis 5205 Teaching Reading Elementary licensure assessment if applying for early childhood, elementary, generic special education, or ESOL licensure
Pathway Requirements – Completed an Approved Teacher Preparation Program in Another State
Applicants who completed a teacher preparation program in another state but do not yet have a teaching license in any state, must hold
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, or the U.S. equivalent of a foreign degree
- Completion of a teacher preparation program, including a clinical internship, that is approved to lead to licensure in another state or country in the license area being sought
- Passing score (159) on the Praxis 5205 Teaching Reading Elementary licensure assessment if applying for early childhood, elementary, generic special education, or ESOL licensure
Please note that designation as a Reading Specialist requires three years of effective teaching and a Master’s degree with cousrework in reading and designation as a Reading Teacher requries two years of effective teaching and a 12 semester hours of graduate credit in reading.
Assessment Requirements
Applicants who hold a professional teaching license from another state or completed an approved teacher preparation program in another state are not required to submit assessment requirements until July 1, 2025.
Beginning July 1, 2025, out-of-state teacher licensure applicants must submit a performance assessment as part of the requirements for licensure. The requirements differ based on the pathway to teacher licensure:
- Out-of-State Teacher Preparation Program Completers
- edTPA (any scorable assessment will be accepted)
- PPAT (any scorable assessment will be accepted)
- A National Board Certificate
- An effective rating on a Maryland local school system performance evaluation if the applicant is employed under a Temporary Professional License
- Out-of-State Professional License Holders
- edTPA (any scorable assessment will be accepted)
- PPAT (any scorable assessment will be accepted)
- A National Board Certificate
- An effective rating on a Maryland local school system performance evaluation if the applicant is employed under a Temporary Professional License
- National Board Certificate Holder – no performance assessment required
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Maryland after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 15, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Maryland Division of Educator Effectiveness, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Michigan
Michigan Department of Education
Educator Certification
Mailing Address
Michigan Department of Education
608 West Allegan Street
P.O. Box 30008
Lansing, MI 48909
Physical Address
Michigan Department of Education
608 W. Allegan
Lansing, MI 48933
Contact Information
(517) 241-5000
Email: MDE-EducatorHelp@Michigan.gov
Website: Educator Services
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Michigan has signed an Interstate Compact Agreement (ICA) with every state agreeing to accept out-of-state approved teacher preparation programs and standard teaching certificates on a reciprocal basis for initial certification. Out-of-state certification programs and credentials may differ from Michigan programs and credentials; however, under the ICA, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) attempts to match out-of-state certificates, grade levels and content endorsements as closely as possible. Even with reciprocity, Michigan certification is not guaranteed, and ancillary state requirements exist in Michigan law (e.g., testing).
To determine certification eligibility, an application must be submitted using the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS). Supporting documents need to be provided, and an online processing fee must be paid prior to evaluation of the application. Accurate answers to application questions will prompt our licensing system to determine the certificate type (Standard or Professional) being applied. Educators may check the status of an application by logging into MOECS anytime.
Teacher preparation programs and teaching certificates from other countries and federally recognized Indian tribes are also accepted for certification with equivalent endorsements assuming all certification requirements are met. For additional guidance, please view the video Selecting and Completing Teacher Certification Programs from Other States.
Reading Methods Requirement
Applicants must have six (6) semester credit hours of reading methods if elementary certified or three (3) semester credit hours of reading methods if secondary certified.
Source: Teacher Certification Code R 390.1133, Rule 33(c).
MTTC Requirements for Out-of-State Teacher Candidates
If you completed an out-of-state teacher preparation program, you must apply for Michigan certification through the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS ) before any testing guidance can be provided. After submission of your application, paying the evaluation fee, and sending in all requested documentation, your application will be evaluated. Once the evaluation has been completed you will be issued an evaluation report which discloses any/all testing requirements.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Michigan after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 16, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Michigan Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Nebraska
Nebraska Department of Education
Educator Certification
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE 68509-4987
Physical Address
500 S. 84th St.
Lincoln, NE 68510-2611
Contact Information
All voicemails and emails will generate a support ticket which will be answered within three to five business days in the order they are received.
(402) 471-0739
Email: nde.tcertweb@nebraska.gov
Webform: Contact Us Form
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
The Initial Teaching Certificate is valid for teaching in all Nebraska schools unless someone applies for a nonpublic certificate only. Once issued, an Initial Teaching Certificate expires August 31 in the fifth year following the year of issuance.
The requirements for an Initial Teaching Certificate include the following:
- An application and fee in the TEACH system (Please note that registration for TEACH is required first; then an application can be submitted.)
- Fingerprints (required only if someone has lived outside of Nebraska in the past five years)
- Official Transcript(s)
- Institutional Verification – This form is used to show that a program was completed. The form is sent electronically to Nebraska colleges and universities.
- Educator Certificate – A certificate is required only for those who have not been certified in Nebraska.
- Employment Verification – This form is required for those who have employment experience in a school district/system outside of Nebraska.
- Content Test – Nebraska accepts only the Praxis Content test and is required for each new endorsement added to a certificate after September 1, 2015. For the most up-to-date list of tests accepted by Nebraska and for information on how to register for a test, visit the ETS website.
- Human Relations Training
- Special Education Training
More information on how to send supporting documents can be found in the FAQ section of this website.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Nebraska after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 19, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Nebraska Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Nevada
Nevada Department of Education
Physical Address
Carson City Office
700 E Fifth Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Las Vegas Office
2080 E Flamingo Rd, Suite 210
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Contact Information
Carson City Office: (775) 687-9115
Las Vegas Office: (702) 486-6458
Email: license@doe.nv.gov
Website: Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Licensure Checklist for New Out-of-State Applicants
- Create an OPAL account profile by going to: https://online.nvdoe.org/#/
- Self-Disclosure
- Please answer the questions in the OPAL application and upload any official documents
showing final disposition of criminal cases, or current status of ongoing cases (court
documents, law enforcement/district attorney documents, etc.), and any documentation of
discipline taken against a prior or current professional license. These must be uploaded as
PDF documents.
- Please answer the questions in the OPAL application and upload any official documents
- Make legible/readable copies of your Government-issued picture ID to be scanned in as PDF
documents.- Valid Driver’s License or
- Valid Passport or
- Valid US Military ID
- Also required are any court documents showing any previous names that may be on
your transcripts (i.e. marriage certificate, divorce decree, or name change decree).
- Also required are any court documents showing any previous names that may be on
- Business License(s) (if applicable)
- Active Duty, Veteran, or Retired US Military Information of applicant or spouse of applicant to be eligible
for the $50.00 military discount at the time of license application.- US Military ID or
- DD-214 form
- Marriage Certificate is required if it is your spouse who is/was in the US Military
- Education
- We require ALL official transcripts of every regionally accredited college or university listed
as having attended.- Transcripts may be dropped off at our Las Vegas or Carson City office, mailed to our
Las Vegas office, or sent by the college/university/clearing house to:
transcripts@doe.nv.gov
- Transcripts may be dropped off at our Las Vegas or Carson City office, mailed to our
- We require ALL official transcripts of every regionally accredited college or university listed
- Test Scores
- Make legible PDF copies of any current testing done within 5 years of application to be
uploaded during the application process.
- Make legible PDF copies of any current testing done within 5 years of application to be
- Reciprocity
- Upload legible PDF copy of valid, non-conditional, and non-provisional license(s) from the
state(s) you are licensed in. - Upload a copy of the verification of teaching/work experience form filled out by your
former/current employer (applicable for educators looking to have CTE, administrator, social
worker, and B&I licenses).
- Upload legible PDF copy of valid, non-conditional, and non-provisional license(s) from the
- Professional Certificates/Licenses (if applicable)
- ASHA
- National Board
- Social Worker
- Registered Nurse
- Psychologist
- ARL Certificates
- ARL Evaluations
- ASE (For Automotive)
- JROTC (Letter from Sec. of Defense)
- Pay the applicable fees through OPAL
- Receive two (2) emails:
- Receipt of Payment
- Background and Fingerprinting instructions
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Nevada after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 20, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Nevada Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
New Mexico
New Mexico Public Education Department
Licensure Bureau
Address
300 Don Gaspar
Room 103
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Contact Information
(505) 827-5800, Option 1
Email: LicensureUnit@state.nm.us
Website: Licensure Bureau
Licensure Requirements
Out-Of-State/Out-of-the-Country Applicants
- Applicants should obtain a set of fingerprints from a local law enforcement agency or an IdentoGO location that offers “Print-n-GO!” retail services. These fingerprint cards may be either traditional ink-rolled fingerprints or electronically captured and printed on fingerprint cards.
- Applicants may be charged an additional fee to have fingerprints taken.
- Applicants will be required to show identification at the time of fingerprint. Check with the location for their specific identification requirements.
- Once fingerprints are captured on a fingerprint hard card, and the individual’s demographic data is filled out completely, follow these steps to pre-enroll:
- Go online to the IdentoGO website
- Select the option To Mail in your Fingerprint Card (See image HERE)
- Note: IdentoGO has a fee of $59.00 that you must pay when registering at their site.
Click here to download Fingerprint Cards
Click here for Printer friendly instructions (Out-of-State/Out-of-the-Country Registration)
Frequently Asked Questions can be found HERE
NOTE: When registering with IdentGO, you must select ORI# NM920140Z, regardless of the type of license you are seeking. Failure to do so will result in a loss of your background check fee and a delay in the processing of your application. Applications will not be processed without a criminal background check done with “ORI# NM920140Z.”
Background Forms
To request a copy of your background check, please email StephanieJ.Lujan@ped.nm.gov.
NOTE: You must have a cleared background for Teacher Licensure to be eligible for a copy of your background.
NMPED Background does not accept completed backgrounds from other states or agencies.
Early Childhood Education
Reciprocating a License
- $150 (non-refundable) fee; and
- Initial Application via NMPED Online Licensure Portal; and
- Provide Official transcripts reflecting a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned from a regionally accredited college/university; and
- If this was completed through an alternative teacher preparation program, please have that agency complete the NMPED Approved Program Completion Verification Form
- If applicable – Official Foreign Transcripts and Official Course-by-Course Transcripts Evaluation; must be sealed and addressed to 300 Don Gaspar, Room 103, Santa Fe, NM 87501
- Copy of current valid teaching license from out-of-state state education agency, Department of Defense School, or foreign country or a Notarized statement stating licensure was not required; and
- Copy of Passage of Teacher Exams or a Notarized statement stating exams were not required; and
- Verification of experience (Must be on Out-of-State School District Letterhead). Please break down experience by M/D/Y and please indicate the number of days taught for each year. 160 days commonly equals 1 full school year. Please use the form below; and
- Register for background/fingerprints for “Teacher Licensure”.
Elementary Education
- $150 (non-refundable) fee; and
- Initial Application via NMPED Online Licensure Portal; and
- Provide Official transcripts reflecting a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned from a regionally accredited college/university; and
- If this was completed through an alternative teacher preparation program, please have that agency complete the NMPED Approved Program Completion Verification Form
- If applicable – Official Foreign Transcripts and Official Course-by-Course Transcripts Evaluation; must be sealed and addressed to 300 Don Gaspar, Room 103, Santa Fe, NM 87501
- Copy of current valid teaching license from out-of-state state education agency, Department of Defense School, or foreign country or a Notarized statement stating licensure was not required; and
- Copy of Passage of Teacher Exams or a Notarized statement stating exams were not required; and
- Verification of experience (Must be on Out-of-State School District Letterhead). Please break down experience by M/D/Y and please indicate the number of days taught for each year. 160 days commonly equals 1 full school year. Please use the form below; and
- Register for background/fingerprints for “Teacher Licensure”.
Secondary Education
- $150 (non-refundable) fee; and
- Initial Application via NMPED Online Licensure Portal; and
- Provide Official transcripts reflecting a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned from a regionally accredited college/university; and
- If this was completed through an alternative teacher preparation program, please have that agency complete the NMPED Approved Program Completion Verification Form
- If applicable – Official Foreign Transcripts and Official Course-by-Course Transcripts Evaluation; must be sealed and addressed to 300 Don Gaspar, Room 103, Santa Fe, NM 87501
- Copy of current valid teaching license from out-of-state state education agency, Department of Defense School, or foreign country or a Notarized statement stating licensure was not required; and
- Copy of Passage of Teacher Exams or a Notarized statement stating exams were not required; and
- Verification of experience (Must be on Out-of-State School District Letterhead). Please break down experience by M/D/Y and please indicate the number of days taught for each year. 160 days commonly equals 1 full school year. Please use the form below; and
- Register for background/fingerprints for “Teacher Licensure”.
Special Education
- $150 (non-refundable) fee; and
- Initial Application via NMPED Online Licensure Portal; and
- Provide Official transcripts reflecting a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned from a regionally accredited college/university; and
- If this was completed through an alternative teacher preparation program, please have that agency complete the NMPED Approved Program Completion Verification Form
- If applicable – Official Foreign Transcripts and Official Course-by-Course Transcripts Evaluation; must be sealed and addressed to 300 Don Gaspar, Room 103, Santa Fe, NM 87501
- Copy of current valid teaching license from out-of-state state education agency, Department of Defense School, or foreign country or a Notarized statement stating licensure was not required; and
- Copy of Passage of Teacher Exams or a Notarized statement stating exams were not required; and
- Verification of experience (Must be on Out-of-State School District Letterhead). Please break down experience by M/D/Y and please indicate the number of days taught for each year. 160 days commonly equals 1 full school year. Please use the form below; and
- Register for background/fingerprints for “Teacher Licensure”.
Specialty License (Grades Pre K-12)
Educators who have completed a program in Physical Education (preK-12), Performing Arts Education (preK-12), and Visual Arts Education (preK-12) are eligible to apply for this license.
- $150 (non-refundable) fee; and
- Initial Application via NMPED Online Licensure Portal; and
- Provide Official transcripts reflecting a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned from a regionally accredited college/university; and
- If this was completed through an alternative teacher preparation program, please have that agency complete the NMPED Approved Program Completion Verification Form
- If applicable – Official Foreign Transcripts and Official Course-by-Course Transcripts Evaluation; must be sealed and addressed to 300 Don Gaspar, Room 103, Santa Fe, NM 87501
- Copy of current valid teaching license from out-of-state state education agency, Department of Defense School, or foreign country or a Notarized statement stating licensure was not required; and
- Copy of Passage of Teacher Exams or a Notarized statement stating exams were not required; and
- Verification of experience (Must be on Out-of-State School District Letterhead). Please break down experience by M/D/Y and please indicate the number of days taught for each year. 160 days commonly equals 1 full school year. Please use the form below; and
- Register for background/fingerprints for “Teacher Licensure”.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in New Mexico after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 22, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the New Mexico Public Education Department, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Ohio
Ohio Department of Education & Workforce
Office of Educator Licensure & Effectiveness
Address
Office of Educator Licensure & Effectiveness
30 W. Spring Street, 12th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Contact Information
Toll Free: (855) 983-4868
Phone: (614) 466-3593
Email: educator.licensure@SBOE.ohio.gov
Website: Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Candidates who completed an out-of-state licensure program should the Ohio State Board of Education resources regarding licensure requirements and the online application process. Candidates must submit the online application and all required documentation in order to begin the evaluation process and determine eligibility for an Ohio license. Please review all the steps of the licensure process and other useful information regarding the online application system on the Educator Licensure Process webpage.
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
1-Year Out-of-State Teaching Licenses
Candidates employed in an Ohio school may apply for the 1-Year Out-of-State teaching license to allow time to complete Ohio licensure exams or reading and phonics coursework requirements. Candidates may only apply for the 1-Year Out-of-State license at the request of their employing Ohio school or district after their eligibility has been determined for either the Resident Educator or professional teaching license (candidates should first apply for the standard license to determine eligibility). Candidates may be granted the 1-Year Out-of-State teaching license if one or both of the following apply:
- Candidates must hold a valid, standard out-of-state teaching license and have met all requirements for a standard Ohio teaching license except for required Ohio licensure exams.
- Candidates who hold a valid, standard out-of-state teaching license and need to complete the initial reading or phonics coursework requirements for Ohio licensure, must pass the Ohio Assessment for Educators (OAE) 190 Foundations of Reading exam on the first try.
Please review the Required Documents outlined below. Candidates must submit their documents with their licensure application to determine eligibility for licensure.
The 1-Year Out-of-State teaching license is nonrenewable. Candidates must take and pass Ohio exams and complete initial reading and phonics coursework requirements before re-applying for the Resident Educator or professional teaching license.
Licensure Exams
Please note that educators adding an area to an existing Ohio teaching license or seeking a new license, who completed a teacher preparation program after July 1, 1991, must meet current exam requirements for the Ohio license even if exams were not required for their out-of-state license.
Professional Knowledge & Content Area Exams
Ohio requires passing scores for both content area exam(s) and a professional knowledge (pedagogy) exam for educator licensure (see the Licensure Testing Requirements webpage for more information). Candidates who passed content or professional knowledge exams for the out-of-state license(s) they hold should submit their official score report(s) with their online application for consideration.
Foundations of Reading Exam
Candidates seeking a Primary Childhood (grades PreK-5), Middle Childhood (grades 4-9), or any Intervention Specialist license (including multi-age and PreK-5), must also pass the Ohio Assessment for Educators (OAE) Foundations of Reading exam. Please see the Pearson Education website for exam registration.
Reading Coursework Requirements
Candidates seeking a Primary Childhood (grades PreK-5), Middle Childhood (grades 4-9), or any Intervention Specialist license (including PreK-5, PreK-12 and K-12) in Ohio, must successfully complete teaching of reading coursework through an accredited college or university (coursework must be reflected on an official transcript from that institution). This coursework includes:
- Nine semester hours in the teaching of reading, and
- A three-semester hour course in the teaching of phonics (in the context of reading, writing and spelling).
Candidates must have completed at least six of the required 12 semester hours of reading and phonics coursework to be issued a standard teaching license in Ohio. The remaining coursework requirements will be listed as a limitation on their license. License holders must complete the remaining coursework requirements before they may advance or renew their license.
Out-of-State License
Educators must submit the out-of-state license(s) they held during their teacher, administrator or pupil services assignment(s). The years on the license(s) must coincide with their work experience.
Official Transcripts
Educators must submit their official transcripts from an accredited college or university. Applicants should review the Instructions for Submitting Transcripts before uploading their transcripts. Applicants may also view a short video tutorial on how to scan and upload transcripts.
- Applicants who prefer to mail their original, official transcripts must use the following address:
Office of Educator Licensure & Effectiveness
William Green Building
30 W. Spring Street, 12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
- Coursework completed outside the United States. Educators who completed college coursework outside the United States must provide a course-by-course analysis from an approved international credential evaluation service.
Background Checks
Candidates must submit BCI and FBI background checks for initial licensure. Please see the Background Check FAQs webpage for information.
Candidates who live outside of Ohio may email the Office of Educator Licensure & Effectiveness to request fingerprint cards.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Ohio after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 22, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Ohio Department of Education and Early Development, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Oregon
Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission
Address
Teacher Standards and Practices Commission
250 Division St NE
Salem OR, 97301-1012
Contact Information
Phone Consultation by Appointment Only; schedule an appointment
Email Contacts:
General Inquiries – contact.tspc@tspc.oregon.gov
eLicensing: online.tspc@tspc.oregon.gov
To submit transcripts: tspc.transcripts@tspc.oregon.gov
Fingerprinting and Background Check Questions: finger.printing@tspc.oregon.gov
Website: Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
A TSPC license is required in order to serve in a certified position in an Oregon public school district or Educational Service District (ESD). A Reciprocal Teaching License is available to you if you have completed an educator preparation program in another state and have not previously held a non-provisional license of the same type in Oregon.
The Reciprocal Teaching License is issued to teachers who have completed an educator preparation program and hold an active and valid non-provisional teaching license from another state. The purpose of the Reciprocal Teaching License is to allow an out-of-state licensed teacher to transition into the Oregon licensure system based on the credentials they earned in the other jurisdiction while they work on any missing Oregon requirements. At the end of the one-year Reciprocal term, the teacher must
meet the requirements of the Oregon Preliminary Teaching License or another non-provisional Oregon license. The Reciprocal Teaching License is valid for full-time teaching and substitute teaching.
The Reciprocal Teaching License is issued for one year. To be eligible for the Reciprocal Teaching License, you must not have previously held an Oregon non-provisional educator license or completed an Oregon educator preparation program.
Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible to apply for any of the licenses above, you will need to meet the minimum requirements, which include a minimum degree requirement, preparation program requirement, and background clearance.
Minimum Requirements
The Oregon Reciprocal Teaching License requires the submission of :
- The application and associated fee through eLicensing.
- Fingerprints and/background clearance.
- Scanned or copied current unrestricted license from another state or NASDTEC jurisdiction.
- Official transcripts sent by the college or university to verify completion of a bachelor’s degree and teacher preparation program
Upon issuance of your Reciprocal Teaching License you will be advised that you need to complete the current subject exam for Oregon in order to qualify for any further licensure.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Oregon after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 23, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
South Carolina
South Carolina Department of Education
Address
Office of Educator Services
8301 Parklane Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Contact Information
Telephone assistance is available at (803) 896-0325 during the following hours except on state holidays.
Day | Telephone Hours |
---|---|
Monday | 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Wednesday | 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Thursday | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Friday | 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Email:certification@ed.sc.gov
Website: Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
An out-of-state educator eligible for a South Carolina certificate based on reciprocity will be issued an educator certificate either at the Initial or Professional level.
Initial Certificate
- The SCDE will issue an Initial certificate to an educator who presents less than twenty-seven months of qualifying educator experience in the last seven years on the out-of-state credential. An Initial certificate is typically issued to an early career educator or to an educator without recent work experience in a regionally accredited PK-12 education setting.
- The South Carolina Initial certificate is valid for up to three school years and is not renewable. It may be extended at the request of an employing school district if needed. To advance from the Initial to a Professional certificate, an educator must complete South Carolina’s summative evaluation process as part of the state’s system for Assisting, Developing, and Evaluating Professional Teaching (ADEPT).
- During the validity period of the Initial certificate, the educator must also document successful completion of a pedagogy assessment.
- Leadership and administrative fields cannot be added to an educator certificate at the Initial level.
Out-of-State Credentials and Eligibility
For educator certification purposes, South Carolina accepts valid, standard certificates or licenses issued by the credentialing authority of another US state, the District of Columbia, and the Department of Defense Education Authority (DoDEA).
The out-of-state credential presented must meet the following requirements.
- A certificate or license presented must be a standard educator credential documenting that the individual has completed all requirements of an approved educator preparation program recognized by the issuing state and that certification examination requirements have been met.
- The out-of-state credential must be current and valid, allowing the educator to serve in a public school setting located in the issuing jurisdiction. The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) will not accept an expired credential for reciprocity purposes.
- The credential must be in good standing without current or pending disciplinary action. An out-of-state credential that has been subject to prior disciplinary action will require additional review to determine if the applicant is eligible for issuance of a South Carolina certificate.
- The SCDE does not accept temporary, emergency, provisional, or conditional educator credentials issued by another jurisdiction for reciprocity purposes. An out-of-state educator holding one of these credential types may have other options for pursuing certification in South Carolina. These options may include traditional or alternative route programs approved for the preparation of South Carolina educators.
- An educator who has participated in an alternative route preparation program in another state must have advanced to a standard educator certificate in that jurisdiction to be eligible for reciprocity. Credentials earned through an alternative route may be subject to additional review.
- Career and technology education (CTE) work-based credentials are not eligible for reciprocity; however, the educator may be eligible for participation in the work-based certification process in South Carolina. Additional information is provided on the Applying for CTE Work-Based Certification webpage.
- South Carolina requires an educator certificate in School Psychology for individuals working in that professional role in public school settings in the state. For certification purposes, the SCDE may accept the following: a current, valid out-of-state educator credential; a current, valid Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential issued by the National Association of School Psychologists; or a current, valid license in School Psychology issued by a state board of psychology or licensing authority that allows an individual to serve as a school psychologist in public school settings in that state.
- The SCDE does require educator certification for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) working in public school settings, whether employed through a district or through a third-party provider; however, the individual must first obtain an SLP license through the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (LLR).
- The SCDE does not issue educator certificates for related service providers including audiologists, school nurses, and school social workers. Please consult LLR for additional information.
The Application Checklist for Out-of-State Educators provides a succinct review of the required elements to apply for a license in South Carolina after receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching License.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in South Carolina after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 26, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the South Carolina Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
South Dakota
South Dakota Department of Education
Educator Certification
Address
800 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD
Contact Information
(605) 773-3134
Email: certification@state.sd.us.
Website: Educator Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary
Reciprocity Eligibility Requirements
Individuals seeking teaching licensure reciprocity:
- Must have received a teacher, administrator, or educator specialist certificate in another state.
- Must complete full state-certification. May not be a temporary, emergency, substitute, or provisional certificate.
- Nust have completed a successful student teaching, internship, or field experience.
- Must provide verification from the licensing state that there are no disciplinary actions or ethics violations.
Reciprocity Requirements
Individuals who have met the reciprocity eligibility requirements must also
- Complete an approved suicide awareness and prevention training.
- Pass approved 3-credit South Dakota Indian studies course with a C or higher.
Applicants may receive a one-year provisional certificate to complete South Dakota Indian Studies. This certificate may be renewed once.
Preparations and endorsements may be added based on a review of the valid out-of-state certificate and the equivalent South Dakota preparations and endorsements. Unless otherwise stipulated, no additional content or pedagogy requirements apply.
Special Education
Reciprocity Eligibility Requirements
Individuals seeking teaching licensure reciprocity:
- Must have received a teacher, administrator, or educator specialist certificate in another state.
- Must complete full state-certification. May not be a temporary, emergency, substitute, or provisional certificate.
- Nust have completed a successful student teaching, internship, or field experience.
- Must provide verification from the licensing state that there are no disciplinary actions or ethics violations.
Reciprocity Requirements
Individuals who have met the reciprocity eligibility requirements must also
- Complete an approved suicide awareness and prevention training.
- Pass approved 3-credit South Dakota Indian studies course with a C or higher.
Applicants may receive a one-year provisional certificate to complete South Dakota Indian Studies. This certificate may be renewed once.
Special Education Requirements
- If the applicant has a categorical special education endorsement, the applicant must pass the state-designated content test for a K-12 special education endorsement.
- If the applicant has a K-8 special education endorsement, the applicant must have a minimum of one year of teaching experience as a secondary teacher or pass the state-designated pedagogy test for the secondary level to add the K-12 special education endorsement.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in South Dakota after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 27, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the South Dakota Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Texas
Texas Education Agency
Educator Certification
Address
1701 N Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Contact Information
TEA Business hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (except for weekends and state holidays)P
(512) 936-8400
Educator Certification and CPE Help Desk
Webform: Help Desk Ticket – Please allow up to two business days to receive a response.
Website: Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Individuals who hold a standard certificate to teach in another state or territory, seeking certification in Texas, must first apply for a review of credentials. A standard certificate is defined in TAC §230.111(c). Texas does not have reciprocity with any state.
Overview of Application for Review
- Create a TEAL user account online using Google Chrome.
- Visit the instructions page if you need additional assistance.
- Complete educator profile.
- Submit an application for review of your credentials.
- Pay the $164 non-refundable fee. Note: The review of your credentials will not occur until the payment is received.
- Upload the required documentation to support your application. Documentation includes a copy of your current valid license or certification, official transcripts, verification of experience and/or verification of test results that you have completed.
- The TEA Review will indicate any additional exams or coursework needed for licensure.
Once the review is complete, applicants receive an individualized report that shares what elements are needed in order to move forward with an Out-of-State Application for Licensure as well as the next steps the individual applicant should take to apply for a Standard Certificate.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Texas after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 28, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Texas Education Agency, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Virginia
Virginia Department of Education
Teacher Education and Licensure
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218
Contact Information
(804) 786-2302
Email: licensure@doe.virginia.gov
Transcripts: transcripts@doe.virginia.gov
Website: Teacher Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
An individual coming into Virginia from any state may qualify for a Virginia teaching license with comparable endorsement areas if the individual has completed a state-approved teacher preparation program through an accredited four-year college or university, if the individual holds a valid out-of-state teaching license (full credential without deficiencies), or holds an active national certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).
In order to apply for a Virginia teaching license, individuals must
- Complete the Application Form
- Submit Application Fee
- Complete the College Verification Form
- Obtain the Professional Experience Form
- Include Professional Teachers’ Assessment Scores
- Include Official Transcripts
- Include copy of Out-of-State License
- Include certificates of the following trainings
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Virginia after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 29, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Virginia Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Washington
Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
Teacher Certificate
Physical Address
Old Capitol Building
600 Washington St, SE
Olympia, WA 98504-7200
Mailing Address
Mail stop: 47200
Old Capitol Building
P.O. Box 47200
Olympia, WA 98504-7200
Contact Information
(360) 725-6000
Email: Cert@k12.wa.us
Website: Teacher Certificate
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
This application is for those educators who have completed a teacher preparation program through an accredited institution or have held a full teaching credential in another state.
Requirements
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher. Must submit official transcripts showing degree conferral
- Must complete a basic skills test (WEST-B or approved alternative) and pass a content area test for endorsement sought (WEST-E/NES or approved alternative). Teacher Testing Assessments
- Submission of fingerprints for a background check is required if a valid certificate is not already on record
In addition, you must complete one of the following:
- Completion of any state’s approved teacher preparation program through an accredited institution Form 4020E, OR an approved alternate route program 4020E-1. The preparation program must include a defined course of study and a supervised student teaching/internship.
OR
- Copy of an out-of-state teaching certificate (valid or expired) AND three years of out-of-state teaching experience 4020F-1.
Apply
If you have all the necessary documentation to apply for this certificate, log in to E-Certification.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Washington after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 29, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Address
125 S Webster Street
Madison, WI 53703
Contact Information
Licensing Help Desk Phone: (800) 266-1027; voicemails are typically responded to within 48 to 72 hours
Licensing Help Desk Form: Licesning Online Help Desk; questions through the online help desk are responded to within 24 to 28 hours
Licensing Office Appointment: Appointments are requested using the online appointment form and are typically scheduled within a week of their request.
Website: Licensing
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Wisconsin offers various pathways for applicants who completed an out-of-state preparation program seeking teacher, administrator, and pupil services (school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker) licensure.
General Requirements for a Teacher License
- bachelor’s degree or higher
- state-approved educator preparation program:
- accredited four-year college or university
- offered at the bachelor’s, post-baccalaureate, or master’s degree level
- comparable to Wisconsin’s requirements
- approved by the state education department where program is headquartered
- Any test score(s) required for licensure in the state where you completed your educator preparation program(s) and all tests required for Wisconsin licensure
The Teacher License Flowchart for Out-of-State Applicants provides a checklist of the needed documentation to be submitted for each pathway and a link to the appropriate Educator Licensing Online (ELO) application instructions.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Wisconsin after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on August 29, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
The following states do not currently have WELS or ELS early childhood centers or elementary and secondary schools. While we share the information for seeking licensure reciprocity in these states, we do not actively maintain this information.
Alabama
Alabama State Department of Education
Teacher Certification
Address
Alabama State Department of Education
Educator Certification Section
5215 Gordon Persons Building
Post Office Box 302101
Montgomery, AL 36130-2101
Contact Information
(334) 694-4900
Helpdesk Email: comm@alsde.edu
Website: Teacher Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Alabama certification is not offered on the basis of educator preparation programs completed at non-Alabama institutions. Individuals who complete programs at a non-Alabama institution, must first obtain a valid professional educator certificate from another state, the District of Columbia, a United States Territory, or the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) and then apply based on Certificate Reciprocity.
Individuals who hold a valid professional educator certificate issued by another state, the District of Columbia, a United States Territory, or the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) may wish to apply for Alabama certification through Certificate Reciprocity. Along with holding a valid professional certification, other ancillary requirements (background clearance, experience, etc.) must be met.
Certificate reciprocity provides recognition of a valid professional educator certificate in a teaching field issued by another state if that certificate is in an area, at a grade level, and at a degree level in which Alabama offers comparable professional educator certification.
Requirements
- An applicant must hold at least a bachelor’s degree from a senior institution that was regionally accredited at the time the degree was earned.
- An applicant must hold a valid professional educator certificate in a teaching field issued by another state that is in an area, at a grade level, and at a degree level in which Alabama offers comparable professional educator certification.
- Official transcripts of all degrees and credits earned must be submitted to the Educator Certification Section in a sealed envelope from the institution(s). Official transcripts may also be submitted securely to the Educator Certification Section through electronic transmission. The applicant’s current full name and Social Security number or ALSDE ID must accompany the transcript(s).
- For applicants seeking initial certification, additional certification, or certificate renewal to teach in Alabama, your criminal history background checks must have been completed by both the Alabama State Bureau of Investigation (ASBI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). You can check the status of your background checks and confirm whether you meet the state’s suitability requirements for teaching at Certification Search.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Alabama after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 3, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Alabama State Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Arkansas
Arkansas Department of Education
Office of Educator Effectiveness and Licensure
Address
Contact Information
(501) 682-4342
Fax: (501) 682-4898
Email: ade.educatorlicensure@ade.arkansas.gov
Website: Educator Effectiveness and Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Reciprocity means the recognition of a teaching license from another state or country based on the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) licensure rules and/or the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement for Educator Licensure. Licensure in another state or country does not mean licensure in Arkansas will automatically be granted.
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
All applicants must complete a background check and submit all of the following required materials:
- Online Application that includes the $75.00 nonrefundable application fee.
- Official Transcripts
- Copy of current or expired out-of-state educator/s license that has been in good standing for the educator’s three most recent years of teaching experience.
- Content area testing required for the out-of-state license, if applicable
- Foundations of Reading test required if licensing in K-6 Elementary, K-12 Special Education, or P-4 Early Childhood.
- Documentation of three years licensed teaching experience, if applicable
- Documentation of the completion of required professional development.
- Verification of Teaching Form
- National Board of Professional Teaching Standards certification, if applicable
The Office of Educator Effectiveness and Licensure will review the application packet and determine any required exams or courses. A provisional license may be awarded to allow time to complete any required PRAXIS exams or courses.
Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Middle Childhood Social Studies, and Secondary Social Studies
Applicants for reciprocal licenses in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Middle Childhood Social Studies, and Secondary Social Studies must complete an Arkansas History course, either through an accredited two- or four-year Arkansas college or through IDEAS Arkansas History Program of Study.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Arkansas after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on Seotember 3, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Arkansas Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Connecticut
Connecticut State Department of Education
Bureau of Certification
Address
165 Capitol Ave
Hartford 06106
Contact Information
(860) 713-6969
Website: Bureau of Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Educators who want to teach in Connecticut usually graduate from one of their state’s approved programs. To get certified based on your education, you must:
- Successfully complete a state-approved planned program of general academic and professional education at a regionally accredited college or university and earn a formal institutional recommendation for certification
- Pass subject-specific assessment to show you know a subject well enough to teach it, if that applies to the subject you want to teach
Application Requirements
1. Submit your application form
Complete the online or paper-based ED 170 application. Include your nonrefundable $50 application review payment.
IMPORTANT: We don’t accept personal checks. If you apply by mail, please pay with a cashier’s check, certified bank check, or money order made payable to: Treasurer, State of Connecticut.
2. Submit additional forms
Have the appropriate people complete and sign the following forms. Either you or the organization can mail them to us. Our address appears on each form. Please note that we DO NOT accept photocopies of signed documents.
ED 711 – Verification of Out-of-State Educator Certification Tests
ED 125 – Statement of Preparing Higher Education Institution
ED 126 – Statement of Professional Experience, but only if you have more than 20 months of successful out-of-state service within the previous ten years.
3. Send official transcripts
You can either mail us your official undergraduate/graduate transcript(s) or have the university(ies) mail us your transcript or email e-transcript to teacher.etranscript@ct.gov.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Connecticut after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 7, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Connecticut State Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Delaware
Delaware Department of Education
Licensure & Certification
Address
Attn: Licensure & Certification
Collette Education Resource Center
35 Commerce Way, Suite 1
Dover, DE 19904
Contact Information
(302) 857-3388
Email: deeds@doe.k12.de.us
Website: Licensure & Certification
Licensure Requirements
District of Colombia, Guam, or Puerto Rico) for licensure by reciprocity.
Upon review of the documentation, DDOE will determine if:
- The applicant meets the requirements for an Initial License or Continuing License, and
- Delaware offers a comparable certification area to the applicant’s out-of-state credentials.
Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education
The following items must be sent. To ensure speedy processing, please ensure that you follow the documentation guidelines for submission.
- Official Transcript(s).
- Send official (unopened) transcripts for all degrees and coursework directly to the Delaware Department of Education.
- DOE can only accept transcripts from regionally accredited colleges and universities as detailed in Higher Education.
- Student Teaching on an official transcript.
- Copy of current and valid out-of-state license, if applicable. Expired licenses are not reciprocal.
- An educator with less than four years of licensed teaching experience needs to apply for an Initial License.
- Form E (Verification of Teaching Experience) – if you have held a full-time (non-substitute) K-12 teaching position in a school other than a Delaware public or charter school.
- Form E must be completed by the school or the personnel office of the school or district where the experience was obtained and the section listing verification of successful evaluations must be completed and checked-off.
- Test scores, if required, should be forwarded to the Delaware Department of Education electronically upon your request. (Test scores are only needed for certificate applications that do not meet Delaware reciprocity requirements, or new certificate applications.)
- For certificates requiring Praxis II, Educational Testing Service (ETS) administers the Praxis tests. Please use Delaware Department of Education’s Reporting Code of R7065.
- For certificates requiring the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), Language Testing International administers the ACTFL tests.
Special Education
Delaware requires educators who want to have a Standard Certificate in Special Education are also required to hold a Standard Certificate for a teaching “content” area. When an educator provides out of state Special Education credentials without the educator holding an out of state teaching license/certificate in a content area, Delaware Licensure and Certification cannot consider that as being reciprocal until a content area is earned per Delaware law and regulations.
Delaware also does not allow an educator to have an Emergency Certificate in Math, English, Science, Social Studies, or Elementary as a first issued certificate.
Educators who provide an out of state Special Education credential, but have not provided a valid out of state teaching content area certification are considered not reciprocal until such time as qualifications for the content area are fulfilled.
If a Delaware district or charter school would like to hire an educator in this situation, they may choose to request a Secretary of Education Review. Delaware law and regulations allow you to be issued an Initial License with an Emergency Certificate for a content area (which must be your teaching content area upon hire) until you pass the required Praxis II exam and/or coursework towards certification in the content area. However, you may not be issued an Emergency Certificate for the Special Education certificate.
Once you pass the required Praxis II exam and/or coursework towards certification, you must send the scores electronically to DEEDS and/or provide an official transcript of any coursework that may have been required. Upon receipt of those documents, you will then be issued a Standard Certificate for both the content area and Special Education. You may not need to fulfill any requirements for Special Education, because at the point that you are able to be certified in a content area, your out of state certification in Special Education become “reciprocal.”
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Delaware after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 7, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Delaware Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
District of Columbia
Office of the State Superintendent of Education
Address
1050 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Contact Information
(202) 727-6436
Email: osse@dc.gov
Website: Educator Credentialing and Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Required documents to submit:
- A copy of your active full teaching credential(s).
- An Identity History Summary Check (IHSC) issued by the FBI or an approved FBI channeler agency.
- Official education transcripts from all institution(s) where you completed a degree and related studies.
- Applicants with degrees and studies from institutions outside of the US must submit a foreign credential evaluation report issued by an approved evaluation agency.
- Applicants seeking to demonstrate basic skills knowledge based upon a completed bachelor’s degree GPA, must submit transcripts that clearly indicate a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Passing test scores for an approved basic skills reading writing and mathematics exam. Note: applicants seeking to demonstrate basic skills knowledge through a 3.0 or higher GPA need not submit evidence of passing test scores on an approved basic skills exam.
- Passing scores for the subject content exam required for the teaching area of the credential. For subject areas where a subject content exam has not been adopted, the applicant must hold a completed degree major in the subject area or have completed an approved educator licensure program in the area.
- All pages of your final end-of-year performance rating reports verifying that you achieved at least an effective or equivalent performance ratings for two school years (if applicable). Currently the DC Public Schools (DCPS) agency is the only DC LEA that administers an official educator evaluation system that is accepted by OSSE for credentialing purposes.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Washington, D.C., after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 9, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the D.C. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Hawaii
Hawai’i Teacher Standards Board
Address
650 Iwilei Road, Suite 268
Honolulu, HI 96817
Contact Information
Phone: (808)586-2600
Fax: (808) 586-2606
Email: htsb@hawaii.gov
Website: Hawaii Teacher Standards Board
Please note that individuals applying for a teaching license through the Hawai’i Teacher Standards Board are assigned to a licensing specialist by the first letter of their last name
- A-G contact Licensing Specialist Tracey Idica at (808) 784-5588.
- H-M contact Licensing Specialist Mitzie Higa at (808) 784-5591.
- N-S contact Licensing Specialist Steven Harada at (808) 784-5592.
- T-Z contact Licensing Specialist Jennifer Padua at (808) 784-5584.
Licensure Requirements
HTSB honors reciprocity for all 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, and CNMI for jurisdictional approved preparation programs leading to licensure, licenses, and verifiable relevant experience.
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
HTSB requires that all completers of an educator preparation program which is approved in a state other than Hawaii, who seek licensure in Hawai’i, submit the following documentation for review:
- Official transcripts of satisfactory completion of a state-approved teacher, librarian, or counselor educator preparation program
- Official passing scores for the following HTSB approved licensure tests:
- Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators in Reading, Writing, and
Mathematics; - Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) for recommended
grade level(s); and - Praxis content test(s)
- Candidates who are seeking licensure in a World Language may submit HTSB passing score(s) from the American Council
on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
- Candidates who are seeking licensure in a World Language may submit HTSB passing score(s) from the American Council
- Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators in Reading, Writing, and
- Professional fitness clearance from HTSB; and
- A valid Government-issued ID as prescribed by HTSB policy
A Standard license may be issued if the applicant satisfies teaching experience requirements set forth in the Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR), in addition to fulfilling the foregoing requirements for a Provisional license.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Hawai’i, after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 11, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Hawai’i Teacher Standards Board, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Idaho
Idaho Department of Education
Certification & Professional Standards Department
Mailing Address
Idaho Department of Education
Teacher Certification
PO Box 83720
Boise, Idaho 83720-0027
Physical Address
650 West State Street
Boise, ID 83702
Contact Information
(208) 332-6882
Email: certification@sde.idaho.gov
Website: Certification & Professional Standards
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Required materials include:
- Completed and signed application
- Application Fee of $75.00
- Completed Background Investigation Check (BIC) Packet and Processing Fee
- Copy of current, valid out-of-state license OR Institutional Recommendation
- Official Transcripts
- Content Assessment (if no current out-of-state credential)
Applicants should submit all required materials to the Idaho Department of Education Teacher Certification mailing address.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Idaho after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 11, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Idaho Certification & Professional Standards Department, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Kentucky
Kentucky Department of Education
Division of Educator Certification and Preparation
Address
KDE Certification
300 Sower Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601
Contact Information
Phone: (502) 564-4606
Fax: (502) 564-7092
Email: KDElicensure@education.ky.gov
Website: Educator Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
16 KAR 4:030. Out-of-state educator preparation.
Section 1.
Definition. “Out-of-state educator preparation provider” means an educator preparation provider located outside of the Commonwealth of Kentucky or an online educator preparation provider not subject to the licensing requirements of 13 KAR 1:020 that is not accredited by the EPSB.
Section 2.
(1) An applicant for Kentucky teacher or administrative certification whose professional preparation was completed at an out-of-state educator preparation provider, excluding providers that are solely online, shall have completed a program of preparation and the curriculum requirements approved by the responsible state education agency for teacher or administrative certification.
(2) An applicant for Kentucky teacher or administrative certification who completes an out-of-state educator preparation program through a solely online out-of-state educator preparation provider shall have:
(a) Completed a program of preparation that is:
- Accredited or approved, as applicable, by the provider’s state of origin;
- Regionally or nationally accredited; and
- Accredited by an educator preparation accreditor approved by the EPSB; and
(b) The curriculum requirements approved by the responsible state education agency for teacher or administrative certification.
Section 3. Teacher Certification.
(1) An applicant for Kentucky teacher certification whose professional preparation was completed at an out-of-state educator preparation provider shall:
(a) Meet the degree, academic preparation, and grade point average requirements for issuance of the teacher license or certificate equivalent to the Kentucky statement of eligibility from the state, territory, or province where the applicant completed his or her preparation program;
(b) Satisfy the degree, academic preparation, and grade point average requirements established in 16 KAR 2:010;
(c) Provide evidence that the out-of-state license or certificate required completion of an approved educator preparation program and not based on the completion of a written or verbal assessment; and
(d) Follow the procedures for certificate application established in 16 KAR 2:010.
(2) An applicant for Kentucky teacher certification whose professional preparation was completed at an out-of-state educator preparation provider and who meets the requirements of Section 2 of this administrative regulation and subsection (1) of this section shall be issued a Kentucky teaching certificate or statement of eligibility established in 16 KAR 2:010 at the grade range and content area corresponding to the out-of-state preparation.
Section 5.
(1) An out-of-state applicant shall be subject to the testing and internship requirements of KRS Chapter 161 and the corresponding administrative regulations of the EPSB in KAR Title 16.
(2) An out-of-state applicant shall be subject to the certificate issuance, recency, reissuance, renewal, and rank change provisions of KRS Chapter 161 and KAR Title 16.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Kentucky after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 12, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Kentucky Office of Educator Licensure and Effectiveness, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Louisiana
Louisiana Department of Education
Teach Louisiana
Mailing Address
Division of Educator Licensure
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
Physical Address
Louisiana Department of Education
1201 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5243
Contact Information
(207) 624-6600
(877) 453-2721
Webform: Teach LA Live!
Website: Department of Education – Educators
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
An out-of-state graduate must have the following to be eligible for Louisiana’s Out-of-State (OS) certificate:
- Possess a minimum of a baccalaureate degree from a college/university accredited in accordance with 34 CFR 602. Official transcripts must be submitted for all degrees earned. Applicants should send the transcripts to themselves or to their employing school system for upload to the online portal. If the degree was earned in a foreign country, the transcripts/foreign credentials will need to be reviewed by a credentialing evaluation agency that is an endorsed member or a member in good standing with either the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) for evaluation where a course-by-course evaluation including comparability of the baccalaureate or graduate degree is provided.
- Hold or be eligible to hold a standard professional level out-of-state teaching certificate as documented with a copy of the certificate AND the Teacher Preparation/Certification Status form (included with this application packet). If no certificate was issued in another state, the Teacher Preparation/Certification Status form will serve as documentation indicating deficiency which may permit certification in Louisiana.
- Completion of student teaching, an internship, or year(s) of teaching experience as required by the teacher preparation program provider as documented on the transcript and/or the Out-of-State Experience Verification Attestation form (included with this application packet). Year(s) of teaching experience accepted in lieu of student teaching or internship must be indicated as successful.
An out-of-state graduate who has fulfilled all requirements above and who has successfully passed all parts of Louisiana Praxis in alignment with the initial teacher preparation program area as verified on the Teacher Preparation/Certification Status form may bypass the three-year OS and receive the standard, renewable Level 1, 2, or 3 certificate depending on successful experience documented on the Out-of-State Experience Verification form(s) and if the educator has earned a graduate degree.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Louisiana after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 16, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Teach LA Live, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Maine
Maine Department of Education
Certification & Credentialing
Address
Maine DOE
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0023
The Office of Certification & Credentialing no longer assists walk-in applicants.
Contact Information
(207)624-6603
Email: cert.doe@maine.gov
Website: Certification & Credentialing
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Individuals may receive a reciprocal professional certificate if they have submitted a criminal history background check and they hold a comparable certificate in another state, the District of Columbia, a United States territory, or another country only to address the identified staffing shortage (Shortage area list).
Applicants in shortage areas must submit official transcripts with all of your degrees, any valid teaching certificate, and a detailed teaching resume.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Maine after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 16, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Maine Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Office of Educator Licensure
Address
135 Santilli Highway
Everett, MA 02149
Walk-in Welcome Center Service CounterHours:
Monday–Friday 8:45am – 4:45pm
Located on the 3rd floor
Contact Information
Office Hours: Monday–Friday 9am–12pm & 2pm–5pm
Phone: (781) 338-6600
Fax: (781) 338-3391
Website: Office of Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Massachusetts participates with every state and the District of Columbia through the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement to accept candidates’ state-approved educator preparation programs or possession of the equivalent of at least an Initial license/certificate. Please note that the interstate agreement does not exempt candidates from degree, testing and/or prerequisite requirements applicable to the license sought.
Candidates from outside of Massachusetts may meet the requirements for an Initial license if they have:
- Completed a “traditional” state/jurisdiction-approved educator preparation program outside of Massachusetts. A traditional program is completed via a regionally accredited higher education institution.
- Hold a valid license from that state/jurisdiction.
Those educators seeking a core academic teacher, Principal/Assistant Principal, or Supervisor/Director license may also require a Sheltered English Language (SEI) endorsement to be eligible for an initial level license. Teachers seeking licensure through “reciprocity/interstate agreement” may consider applying for the Temporary or Preliminary license if they do not yet hold an SEI endorsement.
Early Childhood
Academic: Teacher, Early Childhood, PreK-2, Provisional License
Massachusetts General Requirements
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree
- Achieve a passing score on the Communication and Literacy Skills test
- Achieve a passing score on the Early Childhood subject matter test
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Seminars or courses on, or demonstrated knowledge of, ways to prepare and maintain students with disabilities for general classrooms; for example, use of strategies for learning and of behavioral management principles
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One of the following:
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Achieve a passing score on the Foundations of Reading subject matter test-OLD
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Achieve a passing score on the Reading Specialist subject matter test view
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Achieve a passing score on the Foundations of Reading subject matter test
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Elementary
Academic: Teacher, Elementary, 1-6, Provisional License
Massachusetts General Requirements
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree
- Achieve a passing score on the Communication and Literacy Skills test
- Achieve a passing score on the General Curriculum: Language Arts and History/Social Science subtest
- Achieve a passing score on the General Curriculum: Mathematics, Science, and Technology/Engineering subtest
- Seminars or courses on, or demonstrated knowledge of, ways to prepare and maintain students with disabilities for general classrooms; for example, use of strategies for learning and of behavioral management principles
- One of the following:
- Achieve a passing score on the Foundations of Reading subject matter test
- Achieve a passing score on the Reading Specialist subject matter test view
- Achieve a passing score on the Foundations of Reading subject matter test-NEW view
Secondary
Academic: Teacher, Elementary, 1-6, Provisional License
Massachusetts General Requirements
Each subject area has its own requirements. Please review the specific guidance included in the Public Licensure Requirements Search.
Special Education
Academic: Teacher, Early Childhood: Students with and without Disabilities, PreK-3, Initial – Extension License
Massachusetts General Requirements
- Submission of a letter stating that you plan to complete the requirements for Professional licensure
- Five years of employment under a valid Initial license for this field and grade level
- Possession of a Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Teacher Endorsement.
Academic: Teacher, Severe Disabilities, All Levels, Initial License
Massachusetts General Requirements
- Possession of a Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Teacher Endorsement.
- Possession of a Massachusetts Provisional license for this field and at this grade level that was issued under the provision for a conditional passing score on the General Curriculum mathematics subtest.One of the following:
- Completion of PRPIL for Severe Disabilities All Initial Licensure view
- Completion of an educator preparation program comparable to the license sought sponsored by a college or university outside Massachusetts that has been accredited by a national organization accepted by the Commissioner.
- For educators prepared outside of the United States, completion of a Panel Review in accordance with Department guidelines.
- Possession of a license/certificate comparable to the license sought issued by a state with which Massachusetts has signed the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement or other agreement accepted by the Commissioner.
- Completion of a Massachusetts approved program for this license at the appropriate grade level.
- Completion of a state-approved educator preparation program comparable to the license sought in a state with which Massachusetts has signed the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement or other agreement accepted by the Commissioner.
- and one of the following:
- Achieve a passing score on the Elementary Mathematics subject matter test
- Achieve a passing score on the Mathematics subject matter test view
- Achieve a passing score on the Middle School Mathematics test view
- Achieve a passing score on the General Curriculum mathematics, science, and technology/engineering subtest administered after 8/20/23
- Achieve a passing score on the Middle School Mathematics/Science test.
- Achieve a passing score (non-conditional) on the General Curriculum mathematics subtest administered prior to 8/21/23.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Massachusetts after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 17, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Mississippi
Mississippi Department of Education
Educator Licensure
Address
PO Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205-0771
Contact Information
(601) 359-3483
Email: teachersupport@mdek12.org
Website: Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
The department shall grant a standard five-year license to any individual who possesses a valid standard license from another state, or another country or political subdivision thereof, within a period of twenty-one (21) days from the date of a completed application. The issuance of a license by reciprocity to a military-trained applicant, military spouse or person who establishes residence in this state shall be subject to the provisions of Section 73-50-1 394 or 73-50-2, as applicable.
Prospective and practicing educators seeking to obtain initial licensure in the state of Mississippi by way of completion of a traditional state-approved or nationally accredited licensure-track teacher, administrator, certain supplemental service provider, and supplemental endorsement preparation program from a regionally/nationally accredited institution of higher education program outside of Mississippi, shall first obtain Institutional Program Verification (IPV) from the educator preparation provider in the state where the preparation occurred. Upon obtaining Institutional Program Verification (IPV) using the form established by the MDE Division of Educator Licensure, the candidate shall submit an application with required supporting documentation to the MDE Division of Educator Licensure for
the purpose of determining eligibility to obtain a Mississippi license via guidelines in effect on the date the complete application is received by the MDE. Educators who complete a nontraditional licensure-track program outside of Mississippi shall first be licensed in another state and seek to obtain a Mississippi license via Reciprocity guidelines in effect on the date the complete application and required supporting documentation are received by the MDE.
Application Requirements
- Online Licensure application
- Verification of Lawful Presence (VLP) form (if not previously submitted)
- Valid standard license issued by an educator licensing agency outside the state of Mississippi
- Official transcript(s) of all completed degrees and coursework
Applicants may be asked to demonstrate that they meet the requirements for a Class A Teaching Mississippi Teaching License
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Elementary Education with documentation of completion of student teaching from a state-approved or NCATE/CAEP
approved program from a regionally/nationally accredited institution of higher education - Twenty-one (21) ACT (or SAT equivalent) or achieve a qualifying passing score on the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators examination or minimum GPA of 3.0 on a minimum of 60-hours of course credit as established by the State Board of Education; and
- Foundations of Reading Assessment
- Praxis Subject Assessment
- Praxis: Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT)
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Mississippi after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 18, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Mississippi Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Missouri
Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
Educator Certification
Mailing Address
Educator Certification
PO Box 480
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480
Contact Information
(573) 751-0051
Email: certification@dese.mo.gov
Website: Educator Certification
Licensure Requirements
An individual with a valid certificate from another state can be granted a comparable certificate in Missouri. Verification of certification from the other state must be provided. Depending on the number of previous years of teaching experience, the individual may qualify for an initial or career certificate.
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Application Checklist for Missouri Teacher’s License for Non-Missouri Graduates
- A NON-MISSOURI GRADUATE APPLICATION will need to be submitted. To submit the online application, you will need to create a username and password to establish an account in the Educator Certification System. The Educator Certification System Help Guide provides the information needed to complete this step.
- PROCESSING FEE OF $100 IS REQUIRED. The fee will be paid at the time the application is submitted online. Fees may be paid by credit/debit card or by e-check. All processing fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.
- INSTITUTIONAL RECOMMENDATION (not required if you possess a valid out-of-state license) If you do not have a valid professional certificate in another state, you must complete the online application form and forward it to the certification officer at the institution where you completed your initial teacher education program. The certification officer must complete Section III and return it to our office. NOTE: This portion of the application is not required if you hold a valid professional teaching certificate in another state; a temporary, emergency, and/or substitute teaching certificate is not applicable. If you do not hold a valid out-of-state license, your application will be evaluated based on current Missouri requirements.
- TRANSCRIPTS Original transcripts (no photocopies) from ALL institutions attended must be provided. Please be sure your complete social security number or educator ID is listed. NOTE: We are unable to accept faxed, scanned, emailed or photocopies of transcripts.
- VALID TEACHING CERTIFICATE(S) If you hold a valid certificate(s) or license(s) in another state, you must include a photocopy of the certificate(s) with your packet.
- VERIFICATION OF APPROVED TEACHING EXPERIENCE Teaching experience must be contracted and at least half time employment. You have two options available to verify experience:
- You will need to submit a completed Verification of teaching experience form showing the completion of experience; or
- Your school district(s) will need to submit an official letter to the Department verifying your years of experience. The letter should include subject areas and grade levels taught, as well as dates of employment. Substitute teaching, student teaching, college-level teaching, or serving as a teacher’s aide or assistant does not qualify as acceptable teaching experience. The letter must be signed by an official of the school system where you taught and be enclosed in the school’s official envelope. You may check Accrediting Agencies and Associations to determine the accreditation status of your previous district(s).
If you do not have approved teaching experience, you will not need to do the above step.
- BACKGROUND CHECK A criminal background check must be completed. This information will be sent to us directly by the Highway Patrol once you have printed with the fingerprint company. It does not need to be mailed to us.
The items become the property of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and will not be returned or released to other agencies. Mail the complete application packet to: Educator Certification, Post Office Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Missouri after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 20, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Montana
Office of Public Instruction
Accreditation, Educator Preparation Programs, & Licensure
Mailing Address
PO Box 202501
Helena, MT 59620-2501
Contact Information
(406) 444-3150
Email: cert@mt.gov
Website: Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, and Special Education
Montana does not have reciprocity with any state for teacher licensure. To get a Montana teaching license you will need to submit an application.
The application will require official transcripts, a fingerprint background check, a copy of your current out-of-state license, a university recommendation (which verifies you have completed a teacher preparation program, including student teaching and the endorsements you qualify for), a licensure fee, along with all other forms on the application. All applications are submitted online through our licensing system, TeachMT.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Montana after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 19, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Montana Office of Public Instruction, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
New Hampshire
New Hampshire Department of Education
Bureau of Credentialing
Address
New Hampshire Department of Education
Bureau of Credentialing
25 Hall Street, 3rd Floor
Concord, NH 03301-3852
Contact Information
(603) 271-2409
Help Desk Submit a Request Webform
Website: Bureau of Credentialing
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
For any state of the U.S., the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, the Department of Defense Education Activity, or any territory or possession of the U.S
An out-of-state professional educator preparation program may lead to New Hampshire licensure providing the program:
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Is for an endorsement comparable in content and grade level to one issued by New Hampshire;
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Is college- or university-based;
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Is state-approved by the institution’s home state as a traditional (i.e., not alternative) program;
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Includes a culminating field experience (internship or practicum) in the role of the endorsement;
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Leads directly to institutional recommendation to the institution’s home state for issuance of a full professional license.
The applicant must meet all New Hampshire
as applicable to the endorsement and either:
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Apply for a New Hampshire educator license and endorsement within 3 years of the date of program completion, or
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Have obtained full licensure in that state in the endorsement area providing that such endorsement has not been expired for more than 3 years from the date of application.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in New Hampshire after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 23, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the New Hampshire Department of Education Bureau of Credentialing, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
New Jersey
New Jersey Department of Education
Certification
Mailing Address
PO Box 500
Trenton, NJ 08625-0500
Contact Information
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
(609) 376-2070
Website: Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Educators from other states seeking New Jersey certification via reciprocity must hold the equivalent type and subject area/grade level out-of-state license. Assuming such equivalency, the following applies:
Out-of-State Certificate Equivalent to a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS or “Traditional Route”)
Educators must complete each of the following requirements:
- Hold the equivalent of a valid CEAS following the completion of a CEAS educator preparation program which includes clinical practice or “student teaching.”
- Demonstrate passage of a subject-matter test to receive the out-of-state license or pass the appropriate New Jersey subject-matter test.
Out-of-State Certificate Equivalent to a Standard Certificate
- Hold a valid standard certificate issued by another state and demonstrate at least two effective years of teaching within three consecutive years of the last four calendar years, as documented on the electronic Record of Professional Experience form, which will be sent to the employer when the application is made.
or - Hold a National Board of Professional Teaching Standards certificate in the equivalent subject area/grade level.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in New Jersey after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 24, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the New Jersey Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
New York
New York State Education Department
Office of Teaching Initiatives
Address
Office of Teaching Initiatives
New York State Education Department
89 Washington Ave., 5N EB
Albany, New York 12234
Contact Information
(518) 474-3901
Helpdesk Webform: OTI Contact Form
Website: Certification
Licensure Requirements
A certificate can be issued to an applicant who completed a comparable educator program in another U.S. State or Territory and has completed all examination, workshop and fingerprinting requirements.
In general, applicants must
- Submit an application and fee for an Initial certificate
- Complete a comparable approved teacher preparation program, in the subject of the application, at a college in another U.S. State or Territory that would lead to an institutional recommendation for certification in the state the college is located
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2.5 cumulative GPA in a Bachelor’s or higher degree
- Satisfactory passing score on all required exams for Initial certificate sought
- Fingerprint Clearance
- Complete all required workshops
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Please use the NYS Department of Education Search Certification Requirements tool for guidance regarding specific subject area and grade level requirements.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in New York after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 25, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the New York Office of Teaching Initiative, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
North Carolina
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Physical Address
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
301 N. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601-2825
Mailing Address
6301 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6301
Contact Information
(800) 577-7994
(919) 716-1800
Email: asklicensure@dpi.nc.gov
Website: Educator’s Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
North Carolina recognizes approved EPPs from all states.
Applicants should begin the process for an Educator’s License to have their application considered by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Staff.
Typically, applicants will be asked to provide:
- Degree-dated transcripts – bachelor’s, master’s, and all other post-secondary studies
- Licensure content area examination(s) – if applicable
- Valid and current educator’s license from another state if held
- Verification by Institution: Completion of Approved Education Program (Form V)
- Forms
- Form V
- Experience request forms for previous work
- PreK-12 teaching/teacher’s assistant (Form E)
- Post-secondary (Form CE),
- Non-teaching (Form NE),
- Military Instructor or Leadership (Form ME)
- Have each different employer complete and sign a separate form
- Review requirements for experience credit on each form prior to submitting the application.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in North Carolina after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 26, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
North Dakota
North Dakota Educator Standards and Practices Board
Address
2718 Gateway Avenue, Suite 204
Bismarck, ND 58503-0585
Contact Information
Phone: (701) 328-9641
Fax: (701) 328-9647
Email: espbinfo@nd.gov
Website: Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Out-of-State Reciprocal License:
Issued to individuals who graduated from an out-of-state university but do not hold a teaching license in another state. A transcript analysis is completed, and a plan of study is developed for each individual, indicating the coursework and testing needed. This license can be issued twice, so the educator has a total of five years to complete all requirements.
Other State Educator License (OSEL):
A two or five-year license issued to those applicants who hold and submits a valid teaching license received from an approved regular teacher education program from another state. If the applicant has not tested in the sending state and has been licensed after 2002 in that state, they will have two years to complete ND tests. The regular application will be submitted, including official transcripts, a completed background packet, a copy of your current teaching license from another state, and/or confirmation form or test scores. If you have completed an approved program, including student teaching, hold a license in another state and have met their testing requirements, there will be no additional requirements.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in North Dakota after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 27, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the North Dakota Educator Practices and Standards Board, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Oklahoma
Oklahoma State Department of Education
Teacher Certification
Address
Teacher Certification
2500 North Lincoln Boulevard, #212
Oklahoma City, OK 73105-4599
Please note: All visitors to the Teacher Certification Section must have a scheduled appointment through the Certification Specialist Appointment Request.
Contact Information
(405) 521-3337
Email: TeacherCertification@sde.ok.gov
Website: Teacher Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
If you hold a full teaching credential issued by any state’s Department of Education, you are eligible for certification in Oklahoma’s most equivalent subject areas.
Please complete and submit the Application for Oklahoma School Standard Teaching Certificate to the Teacher Certification Office of the Oklahoma State Department of Education. You may also apply online. Log into your OECS account, click “EDU-Educator” and locate the application wizad on your dashboard. You will used the box titled “OUT OF STATE RECIPROCITY”
You will need to supply
- Official transcripts from all colleges or universities. Transcript must denote degree earned and the date degree was conferred.
- Proof of Teaching form and copy of teaching certificate valid during dates of experience listed, if applicable.
- Copy of all teaching certificates. (Copy the back if it holds any valid information.)
- A $50 processing fee (check, cashier’s check, or money order) made payable to the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
- Recent certification or dual fingerprinting (background check) needed, unless you are already certified in Oklahoma. For the most up to date information refer to Fingerprints/Background Checks Information.
- If you have completed an approved program from another state and did not get certified in that area, please have this form filled out by the proper officials. If Oklahoma has a comparable certification area you may be able to obtain the equivalent Oklahoma certification area by passing the appropriate Oklahoma examination(s).
- Verification of State-Approved Teacher Education Program from Non-Oklahoma College/University
- If you have passed teacher test(s) in another state, you may request a review of these test(s) for comparability to Oklahoma tests by the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability (OEQA). They will determine if any of the out-of-state tests are comparable and inform the Teacher Certification Office which test(s) are acceptable. For more information, you may visit the OEQA Web site and search for Teacher Certification.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Oklahoma after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on September 30, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality
Certification
Address
Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street, 12th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
Contact Information
Phone: (717) PA-TEACH (717-728-3224)
Email: ra-edcertquestions@pa.gov
Website: Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Completed Approved Preparation Program Outside of PA
- Verify that your state is part of the National Association Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate AgreementOpens In A New Window. If your state is not a party to the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, your certification program will be evaluated against PA certification program guidelines.
- Identify the comparable Pennsylvania certificate for which you will be applying (see Types of Certificates). Special note: PDE no longer issues the Special Education PK-8 or 7-12 certification areas. PDE began issuing the Special Education PK-12 certificate 1/1/22. Refer to CSPG 61 (Grade-Level Scope of Certificates section) for more information.
- Obtain all official transcripts (both bachelors and beyond). If submitting transcripts electronically, do not submit your transcript request until you have submitted your application in TIMS. A bachelor’s degree from a nationally accredited college/university is a base requirement for certification. These will be used to verify:
- Bachelor’s degree conferral
- 3.0 cumulative degree GPA
- Program completion and/or required coursework for certification
- Student teaching/internship/practicum or field experience
- Obtain a photocopy of your current and valid state certificate comparable to the PA certificate you are seeking if available.
- For School Speech and Language Pathologist certification or School Social Worker certification, also submit a photocopy of your ASHA and/or PA Department of State license if applicable.
- Obtain a completed Education Preparation Program Verification Form, PDE338A (PDF) as proof of completion of an educator preparation program approved for certification in the state in which the program was completed.
- Confirm that the required tests have been completed and reported to PDE directly from the test administrator [basic skills assessments in reading, writing and mathematics (PAPA, CORE, SAT or ACT); Fundamental Subjects (for all subject areas PK-12); and the content area test(s)]. For current test information, refer to Test Requirements.
- If submitting SAT scores to meet the basic skills assessments, obtain your paper score report in a sealed envelope from the testing agency.
- If submitting ACT scores, they need to be submitted electronically to PDE (code 1909) or a paper score report in a sealed envelope from the testing agency.
- You must take the PA required tests and meet the PA qualifying score. No other tests can be substituted or exceptions made.
- The basic skills assessments are not required for post-baccalaureate program completers or for applicants who hold a conferred master’s degree. The basic skills tests may still be requested in your TIMS application as the determination to waive the basic skills requirement is not made by TIMS. It is determined by the certification specialist at the time the application is evaluated.
- Complete and submit the application in TIMS.
- All applicants for initial certification in PA must apply for a Level I credential type.
- After completing the payment selection and successfully SUBMITTING your application in TIMS, you will be provided a link to the application cover sheet. First upload all applicable documents possible. Follow directions for submitting transcripts. If documents cannot be uploaded or sent electronically, include the cover sheet with the documents and mail to the address indicated on the cover sheet.
- All certification requirements including testing should be met for all subject areas applied for before submitting the required documentation for review.
- Electronic payment (see Application Fees) accepted in TIMS.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Pennsylvania after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on October 1, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Pennsylvania Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Rhode Island
Rhode Island Department of Education
Office of Educator Excellence and Certification Services
Address
255 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02903
Contact Information
(401) 222-4600
Email: eqac@ride.ri.gov.
Website: Educator Certification
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
This reciprocity pathway is available to individuals who hold a valid, current, full out-of-state certificate. The certificate must align to a specific RI certificate grade range and content area. Temporary or preliminary certificates are not accepted.
Individuals pursuing this pathway should review the testing requirements.
When submitting an application, include official student-issued transcripts and/or letter of verification of a completed approved program stating the content and grade range as well as an official test report if it hasn’t already been sent to RIDE.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Rhode Island after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on October 3 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Rhode Island Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Tennessee
Tennessee Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensure and Preparation
Address
Office of Educator Licensure and Preparation
710 James Robertson Parkway, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37243
Contact Information
(615) 741-5158
Email: Educator.Licensure@tn.gov
Website: Out-of-State Educators
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
The practitioner license is an initial license, valid for three years. To be issued a practitioner license using a valid out-of-state initial-level license, an applicant must:
- hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
- hold an initial level license in a state other than Tennessee,
- submit a recommendation, using the Out-of-State Educator Preparation Verification form, from the out-of-state EPP where the educator completed a preparation program (all out-of-state providers must meet conditions stipulated in State Board Rule 0520-02-04); and
- ensure that the department has official transcripts of all credits earned through an institution of higher education. The transcript must be submitted by the institution to Educator.Licensure@tn.gov through an approved clearinghouse, or mailed to 710 James Robertson Parkway, 9th Floor, Nashville, TN 37243. For more information, review the Academic Transcripts Operating Procedures.
- meet TN Literacy Success Act requirements as evidenced by completion of a qualifying training or assessment, if applicable
Educators who apply for the practitioner license based on possession of an active initial level out-of-state license are not required to submit assessments as part of the initial application process. However, such educators must either pass the required content assessment(s) as defined in Professional Assessments for Tennessee Educators Policy 5.105 or submit evidence of possession of an active professional level out-of-state license in order to qualify for renewal or advancement.”
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Tennessee after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on October 3, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Tennessee Department of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Utah
Utah State Board of Education
Educator Licensing
Mailing Address
Utah State Board of Education Educator Licensing
PO Box 144200
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4200
Contact Information
(801) 538-7740
Email: licensing@schools.utah.gov
Website: Educator Licensing
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
If you have a standard renewable educator license from another state or country and would like to apply for a Utah Educator License, please read the following step by step instructions to prepare your License Equivalency Review (LER) application for submission to Utah State Board of Education.
Please use the License Equivalency Review Checklist (Google Docs) to prepare and submit your application.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Utah after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on October 4, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Utah State Board of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
Vermont
Vermont Agency of Education
Licensing Office
Address
1 National Life Drive, Davis 5
Montpelier, VT 05620-2501
Contact Information
The Licensing Office is staffed Monday through Friday, 7:45AM to 4:30PM.
Phone: (802) 828-3440
Email: aoe.edinfo@vermont.gov
Transcripts: aoe.transcripts@vermont.gov
Website: Educator Licensure
Licensure Requirements
Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education
Eligibility for licensure through reciprocity is determined by meeting requirements under the rules of reciprocity per the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement.
Application
All applicants under reciprocity must submit a complete application packet including:
- Official Transcripts
- May be scanned and uploaded into an application by an applicant. Official
- Transcripts include:
- The seal of the college or university
- Visible signature of the Registrar
- Visible confer date of degree
- Recommendation for licensure
- Visible transcript key/guide
- All pages (front and back)
- Transcripts include:
- A transcript with the Registrar’s seal and stamped “Issued to Student” may be used. Please note that the Agency of Education reserves the right to request an official transcript from an Institution of Higher Education at the educators/applicants’ expense, at any time.
- The official transcript should show the conferred date of when you completed an educator preparation program. If an applicant completed an “alternate route” educator preparation program, documentation from that program, should upload for the formal recommendation for licensure.
- May be scanned and uploaded into an application by an applicant. Official
- Out of State License Copy
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- Copy of your non-conditional/non-expired educator license, from a state that has signed the NASDTEC INTERSTATE Agreement, listing the endorsement you seek in Vermont (if applicable).
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- If you have neither National Board Certification, or an out of state educator license as described above, then you will be required to meet our state’s testing
requirement. All testing requirements must be met before you submit your application.
Fees for an initial license application
- $50 NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE – You will need a credit card or checking account information to complete the application process. You will be charged a $50 non-refundable application processing fee before your application is submitted for review. Please be sure you have read all the instructions and have all requirements needed for an application before submitting. Incomplete initial license applications are subject to closure, in which case the $50 non-refundable processing fee will be retained by the agency. Those who have their application closed should re-apply, once all application requirements have been met. However, an entirely new initial license application will need to be submitted and another non-refundable application processing fee will need to be paid.
- $150 THREE YEAR LICENSE FEE – After an applicant has been found eligible for initial licensure AND the agency has satisfactory results of a fingerprint supported record check done for the VT Agency of Education, the applicant will need to make an on-line payment of $150 for the 3 year license fee. Again, payment of the 3 year license fee will not be required UNTIL the applicant has be found eligible for licensure AND satisfactory results of the fingerprint supported record check have been received. Do not attempt to make the 3 year license fee payment until prompted to do so. No VT educator license will be issued without satisfactory results on a VT Agency of Education fingerprint supported record check and payment of the 3 year license fee.
- $13.25 Fingerprint Record Check processing fee – The applicant will be charged in addition to the NON-REFUNDABLE application processing fee. The fee is paid to the VT Dept. of Public Safety and is not refundable.
- Fingerprint Authorization Certificate form will be downloaded from the checklist which appears at submission. For more information see the FAQs on CRCs maintained by the Agency of Education.
- Upload receipt of fingerprinting within fifteen (15) calendar days from date application fee was paid. If a receipt is not uploaded into your application checklist within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date the application fee was paid, the application will be closed and you will need to re-apply and incur additional non-refundable fees.
- Fees for Law Enforcement Agencies who do the fingerprinting – The law enforcement agency that does your fingerprinting may charge their own fee for fingerprinting. This is completely at the discretion of the law enforcement agency. Any fees charged by the law enforcement agency are kept by the law enforcement agency.
The information regarding applying for a teaching license in Vermont after completing studies at MLC and receiving a Minnesota Tier III Teaching license was last reviewed on October 7, 2024.
If you encounter discrepancies between the information posted here and the information provided by the Vermont Agency of Education, please let us know by contacting Mrs. Deb Plath.
West Virginia
West Virginia Department of Education
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East
Charleston, WV
(304) 558-7010
Website: Applications
Those seeking reciprocity are required to hold the following.
- A valid teaching certificate or certificate of eligibility from another state
- A diploma from a state-approved educator program and a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
Certification Portal – Online Application
Initial Out-of-State Teaching Applicant User Guide
Wyoming
Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board
1920 Thomes Avenue, Suite 100
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 777-7291
Email: wyoptsb@wyo.gov
Website: Becoming Licensed in Wyoming
Wyoming generally recognizes all out-of-state teaching licenses IF the standards the applicant met in his or her state are equivalent to Wyoming licensing standards. Equivalent standards include:
- Completion of a regionally or nationally accredited teacher education program
- Supervised student teaching
- Passing the required test(s) for the state in which you hold a teaching license
- Added endorsements are recognized in the same manner as described above
Items needed for the application include the following.