Certification Guidance

Becoming An Educator

New to Education

Learn more about pathways to becoming a certified educator.

Becoming a Michigan Teacher
pdf pdf Becoming a Special Education Teacher in Michigan
Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification
Expedited Preparation Programs
Becoming a School Social Worker

Moving to Michigan

Credentials earned in another state or country may differ from Michigan programs and credentials; however, the department attempts to match certificates, grade levels, and content endorsements as closely as possible.

Out of State Applicants
Out of Country Applicants

Adding an Endorsement

Learn more about how to expand the grade levels or content areas of your existing Michigan teaching certificate.

Adding an Endorsement to a Valid Certificate

Certification and Renewal

Teacher

School Administrator

School Counselor

School Psychologist

School Social Worker

Additional Guidance

Application and Requirements

General Guidance

Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)
Checking For Application Status
Revised Certification Structure
Educator Certificate Types
Criteria for Accurate Teacher Application Documentation
pdf pdf Logging DPPD
Nullification Process
Application Evaluation Fees

Resources

Additional Resources

pdf pdf The Anatomy of a Teaching Certificate
Currently Available Endorsement Areas
Alternative Route Providers
Approved Providers of Courses for First Aid and CPR
Frequently Asked Questions on Michigan Educator Certification
Military
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards and National Board Certification
Searchable Database of Approved Educator Preparation Programs
Teacher Exchange Programs

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