Initial Application for Educator Certification Details

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Initial Application for Educator Certification

Teachers, specialists, and administrators in Maryland public schools and in approved schools operated by state agencies must hold a valid certificate appropriate to the field of employment. Certain nonpublic school personnel employed in special education facilities must also hold a valid certificate appropriate to the field of employment. This certification is valid for 5 years.

  • Approval Time

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    Completion Time

  • $10.00

    Application Fee

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Instructions

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  1. Step 1 Fill out and submit the initial application
  2. Step 2 Include copies of your official transcripts in unopened mailer (student copies in unopened mailer are acceptable)
  3. Step 3 If applicable, provide copies of required Maryland tests or copy of out-of-state tests
  4. Step 4 If applicable, provide a copy of professional out-of-state certificate(s)
  5. Step 5 If applicable, provide Verification of experience

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What Happens After Submission

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Agency/Contact

Who issues the Form?

Maryland State Department of Education

Contact Information

Maryland State Department of Education

Email: stateboard.msde@maryland.gov

Tel: (410) 767-0100

Address

Address: 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-2595