NEW YORK STATE CERTIFICATION
Learn more about obtaining teacher certification in New York State
Overview: Start here
- I do not have New York State teaching certification. What are different options for teaching certification?
- What are the New York State requirements for the Emergency COVID-19 Certificate?
- Which NYS teaching certificate(s) match my education and experience?
- What are the basic requirements for teacher certification?
- How can I apply for New York State Certification?
- What workshops does NYS require for certification?
Certified in New York State
- How do I check that my fingerprints are on file in my TEACH account?
- What certification is needed to teach Early Childhood?
- How do I work towards NYS Certification in Early Childhood?
- If I am certified to teach grades 1 – 6, what are my next steps for earning a B – 2 supplemental certificate?
- Can I teach in a NYC Early Childhood Center (NYCEEC) while working towards my certification?
- My New York State certification expired, what should I do?
Certified in Other States or Countries
- I am certified to teach in a different state. How can I get certified in New York State?
- I received my teaching certification outside of the United States and I am interested in teaching in NYC. What do I need to do to apply?
- What teaching certificates does the NYS Education Department offer?
- Will my teaching certificate from a different state transfer to New York?
- Will the teacher preparation program that I completed in a different state lead to NYS certification?
- What exams does NYS require for certification?