How to get to something meaningful through certification?
Teaching is a passion and a purpose all wrapped into one gloriously messy, tremendously rewarding package, and earning your teacher certification in PA is what turns that dream into a reality. Whether you are graduating now or switching careers, the certification process provides a clear pathway to ensure that all of our classrooms are staffed with well-prepared, qualified teachers. Teacher Certification in PA is achieved by completing a teacher education program and student teaching, as well as passing the required teacher certification exams. Yet there is not a one-size-fits-all process for you. Pennsylvania has various ways to become certified based on education and experience, an alternate route for those who have a degree in a non-teaching field, and a way to add a certification based on other state certifications. Applying for and receiving a PA-issued teacher certification not only says a lot about your aptitude for instruction but also provides enhanced access to pr...