Intern Program
An Alternative Route for
Those Who Hold a Bachelor's Degree
Pennsylvania's teacher intern certification is a professional certificate that entitles the holder to fill a full-time professional teaching position. The teacher intern certification program is an alternate route to certification through an approved Pennsylvania program provider.
Step One
What do I want to teach?
Step Two
Where do I accomplish this?
Step Three
College determines entrance requirements
Step Four
Pass Content Area Testing:
This will be the testing associated with the subject area of your program.
As an example, if you enroll in a Science program, you will need to take the Science testing.
Find the test(s) and scores required under the Certification Test Requirements tab on our website. (Excel)
Step Five
Apply for your Intern Certificate through the Teacher Information Management System (TIMS)
The Intern Certificate is valid for 3 calendar years from the date issued.
View the application and User Guides.
Step Six
Complete College Program
Step Seven
Apply for your Certificate through the Teacher Information Management System (TIMS)
View the application and User Guides.