Teacher Certification and Education Programs
Please explore the following links to learn more about the teacher education and certification programs The College of Human Resources & Education has to offer to those who are with or without a Bachelor’s Degree.
If you do NOT have a Bachelor's Degree
If you have a Bachelor's Degree
Related Links:
- Testing Requirements
- Certification Programs
- Teaching Certification Information
- Download Policy 5202
- Check Certification Status Online
- National Board Certification Standards
- NEW: National Board Certification Policy.
- Student Teaching Application
Teacher Certification Forms:
All forms are available from the certification officer in 710 G Allen Hall. Some are also downloadable at the following web address: http://wvde.state.wv.us/certification/forms/ or by following the links below.
Initial Certification
- Form 20T or Form 20S (20T-Teaching certificate) (20S-Service certificate such as SPA or Counseling)
Click here to download Form 20T
Click here to download Form 20S - Form 7 Release of Information. This form must be notarized
- Fingerprint Card – This form must be obtained from a state or university agency
Additional Endorsements
Professional Certificate Renewal
- Form 4 – The Certification Officer will sign if you are renewing under Options 1 or 3
Click here to download Form 4
Initial & Permanent Professional Administrative Certificate
- Form 19
Click here to download Form 19
Advanced Degree and/or Salary & National Board Supplement
- Form 12 – The signature of the Certification Officer is not required for this form
Click here to download Form 12
Content Endorsement for Special Education
- Form 26 – The signature of the Certification Officer is not required for this form
Click here to download Form 26