Certification Procedures
Certification Procedures
Teacher certification is conferred by the New York State Education Department to candidates who meet all requirements for the issuance of the certificate. The School of Education's graduate programs lead to initial/professional certification recommendation depending on the candidates' teaching experience and academic preparation.
To be eligible for certification, you must:
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Initial Teaching Certification
- - Recommended to be taken within 24 graduate credits
- - Must be taken prior to entering the clinical semester
to access the fingerprinting information.
Professional Teaching Certification/Additional Teaching Certifications for Certified Teachers
- If needed
- Should be taken prior to completing the program
A professional certification recommendation also requires documentation of three years of teaching experience at the same grade range/subject area as the certificate sought. During one of the years, the candidate must have been mentored by an experienced teacher or school administrator.
School Building Leadership
- If needed
School District Leadership
- If needed
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Registration information for these examinations may be found .
Additional Information
The NYSED TEACH system requires candidates to file an electronic application for certification at the .