Certification Requirements

Which Pathway is Right for Me?
Compiled by the New York State Education Department - Office of Higher Education Office of Teaching Initiatives, this Web site provides information on how the certification process in New York state varies depending on your educational and career status.

Certification in New York State
The New York State Education Department - Office of Higher Education, Office of Teaching Initiatives main Web page for teacher certification information including links to pages on

• certification from start to finish
• types of certificates and licenses
• applying for a certificate
• testing
• professional development

New York State Teacher Certification Examinations
Up-to-date registration and testing information, test preparation materials, and services that enable you to register and obtain your unofficial test results online.

Fingerprinting Process
Information on fingerprinting requirements, the process, and online forms for obtaining a fingerprinting packet.