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Certification

The Pennsylvania Department of Education Division of Certification Services oversees educator certification within the commonwealth. All of the information and resources for becoming a certified educator in Pennsylvania are available via the navigation boxes below.

Chapter 49 Implementation and Updates

Quick Reference for Applicants

TIMS - Educator Online Certification System

How Do I Become An Educator?
Out-of-State Educators
Current PA Educators
Administrative/ Supervisory
Fees and Forms
Certification Testing Requirements
Substitute Teaching
Certification FAQs
Staffing Guidelines (CSPGs)

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Background Checks/Clearances

Career and Technical Certification

Career Opportunities

Certification Areas in PA

Certificates of Preliminary Education

Educator Effectiveness

Foreign Educated Certification Applicants

Information and Updates

New Graduate Guide

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Obtaining Certification with a Background Issue

Private Academic Certification

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