The Office of Teacher Education and the Office of Licensure and School Leadership work together to ensure high-quality, licensed teachers are available to all students in the …

This site provides information concerning active teaching and educator licenses only, as issued by the Virginia Board of Education. Licenses that are inactive (expired), pending action, or on …

The Educator Licensure State Comparison Tool serves as a comparison tool for Virginia educators on licensure requirements across states. The comparison tool includes …

Depending on the high school subject you’re interested in teaching, you may already qualify to start teaching. You can demonstrate proficiency in the relevant content area or in other core …

Learn about the licensure areas and requirements needed to be a Virginia teacher.

Learn about the different state requirements for teacher licensure and see how Western Governors University can help you meet these requirements and receive your teaching license.

To become a teacher, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree and a teaching certificate. Some states call it a teaching license or credential — but it's the same thing. We'll walk you through the basics …

May 9, 2025 · Each state has different teaching license requirements, which can make the licensure process confusing. Learn how to get a teaching license in five steps.

Learn about the teacher certification requirements in different states around the country.

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