Certification

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• Endorsement Codes

  Numeric list of all educator endorsements.

• Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs) and Programs in Connecticut

  Educator preparation providers (EPP) and programs that are currently approved by the Connecticut State Board of Education.

• Coaching Permit First Time Issuance

  A coach (regardless of coaching assignment) of intramural or interscholastic athletics in kindergarten through grade 12 is required to hold a permit

• Connecticut Educator Certification System (CECS)

  For expedited processing please use our online certification system to apply for, renew, or update certifications.

• Bureau of Certification

  Connecticut is proud of its dedicated and innovative educators, and is eager to attract new teachers and other educational professionals to our schools. Whether you are a student in an educator preparation program, a veteran educator coming from another state, or a Connecticut teacher seeking a new certificate, we hope this page answers your questions.

• Interstate Flexibility and CT Reciprocity

• Educator Preparation Programs

  Information about the educator preparation programs in CT.

• Contact Us

  Contact information for the Bureau of certification: phone, fax, email and physical mailing address.

• Certification Guides and Fact Sheets

  Whether you are just starting out in your career in education or are a veteran educator moving to Connecticut from another state, these guides will answer some of your questions about the process and requirements for obtaining and maintaining an educator certification in Connecticut.

• Alternate Routes to Certification

  Alternate Route to Certification (ARC) Programs in Connecticut.

• Adult Education Endorsements

  A list of the adult education endorsements and descriptions of each endorsement.

• Program Approval

  The Talent Office has responsibility and oversight for the review and continuing approval of educator preparation programs in Connecticut preparing candidates for state certification.

• Special Services Endorsements

  The following endorsements are classified as special services: Speech and Language Pathologist (#061), School Counselor (#068, School Psychologist (#070), School Social Worker (#071), School Nurse-Teacher (#072), School Dental Hygienist-Teacher (#073).

• Elementary and Early Childhood Cross-Endorsements

  Elementary and Early Childhood Cross-Endorsements: Elementary, 1-6 (305), Integrated Early Childhood/Special Education, Birth-Kindergarten (112), Integrated Early Childhood/Special Education, Nursery-K – Elem. 1-3 (113)

• Charter Oak College Exams

  Charter Oak State College offers CLEP, DANTES and other examinations in a variety of subject areas.