Certification

Out-of-State Educators

Please review the out-of-state certification routes outlined below and select the option that best applies to you to obtain information on Pennsylvania certification requirements, how to apply for certification, etc.:

I have a valid National Board for Professional Teaching Standards or National Association of School Psychologists Credential comparable to a Pennsylvania certificate in subject and grade level scope

I have an active/valid professional level out-of-state certificate with two (2) years of successful experience in the area for which I am applying (instructional, educational specialist, and supervisory certification areas only)

I completed an approved preparation program outside of Pennsylvania

  • For candidates who completed an approved program outside of PA but do not currently hold an active/valid professional level out-of-state certificate.
  • For candidates who completed an approved program outside of PA who currently hold a professional level out-of-state certificate but do not have two (2) years of experience in the area for which they are applying.

I was educated outside of the United States

I hold or completed a program for administrative, supervisory, or superintendent credentials