State Licensure Requirements
The University’s teacher education program/s meet the licensure requirements in the states listed below. Review the licensure requirements listed under your state as you prepare for your teacher preparation journey.
As a teacher candidate in Alabama, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Alabama after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix, the Arizona Department of Education and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Arizona will complete an Arizona-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The content exam listed above is an Alabama specific exam. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Alabama by completing the following steps:
Additional Requirements:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Alabama teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Alabama State Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Alabama teacher candidates will have to include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Alabama licensure.
Contact Information:
Alabama State Dept. of Education
50 N Ripley St.
Montgomery, AL 36130
https://www.alsde.edu/Pages/Contact-us.aspx
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Alaska Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Additional requirements:
- For professional certification Alaska requires the completion of two three-credit courses in Alaska Studies and Multicultural/Cross-Cultural Communication.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.
Teacher candidates will be required to complete the Alaska Student Teaching Authorization process. Visit the Alaska Department of Education site for application information, click on the Forms tab, and scroll down to Student Teacher Authorization doc for more information.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Alaska Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state. Alaska teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Alaska Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Alaska Dept. of Education
801 West 10th Street, Suite 200
PO Box 110500
Juneau, AK 99811-0500
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in an Arizona program will complete an Arizona approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Arizona will complete an Arizona approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional requirements:
Completion of U.S. Constitution and AZ Constitution requirements, either through college coursework in each of these areas or passing scores on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) exams. Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Arizona will have three years upon issuance of their standard professional license to satisfy this requirement.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Arizona Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
Contact Information:
Arizona Dept. of Education
1535 West Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
http://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/contactus
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the Commission on Teacher Credentialing in order to obtain a Certificate of Clearance and begin the teacher preparation program.
Immunizations: The state of California requires negative TB testing or chest x-ray prior to entering the classroom.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in California will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for Certification.
*Candidates who began their program under the CalTPA performance assessment may qualify to complete CalTPA if they meet specific deadlines and requirements. Contact your designated support staff for more information.
Additional requirements:
California teacher candidates will complete a course in U.S. Constitution and Health Education.
CPR Certificate must be adult, child, and infant CPR and must follow American Heart Association and or American Red Cross Guidelines.
For Multiple Subject (Elementary) Candidates proof of passing scores on the RICA (Reading Instruction Competence Assessment) must be acquired.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 15-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state. California teacher candidates must request a Credential Recommendation from their Credential Analyst who will submit this directly to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Early Completion Option:
For qualified candidates, an Early Completion Option (ECO) is available. The Early Completion Option is intended to provide persons who have the requisite skills and knowledge of teachingpedagogy, the opportunity to complete 120 pre-service hours, and clinical practice seminars A & B then opt out of additional coursework.
Prior to beginning the 120 preservice hours, potential Early Completion Option candidates must pass the California edTPA on the first attempt.***
English Learner Authorization/CLAD Certificates and Bilingual Authorizations
Requirements for the English Learner Authorization and Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate may be satisfied by coursework completed through a Commission-approved California Teachers of English Learners (CTEL) program, passing the appropriate Commission-approved examinations, or through a combination of exams and coursework.
The educator may complete any of the below pathways to obtain certification:
- Pass all three of University of Phoenix state-approved CTEL courses
- CTEL/501 – Language and Language Development (4 credits)
- CTEL/502 – Assessment & Instruction (4 credits)
- CTEL/503 – Culture and Inclusion (4 credits)
- Pass all three CTEL exams (www.ctcexams.nesinc.com )
- CTEL 1: Language and Language Development (test code 031)
- CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction (test code 032)
- CTEL 3: Culture and Inclusion (test code 033)
- Educator may register to take 1 or all 3 subtests in a single test session
- Format: Computer-based test (CBT) only
- Complete a combination of exams and coursework. University of Phoenix CTEL courses align with the CTEL exams, so if an educator does not pass one or more of the exams, the educator may enroll in the appropriate CTEL course(s).
- CTEL/501 (coursework) = CTEL 1: Language and Language Development (test code 031)
- CTEL/502 (coursework) = CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction (test code 032)
- CTEL/503 (coursework) = CTEL 3: Culture and Inclusion (test code 033)
The goal is to complete one of the options below:
- 3 CTEL courses
- 3 CTEL exams
- Pass 2 CTEL exams + 1 CTEL course
- Pass 1 CTEL exam + 2 CTEL courses
Contact Information:
Commission on Teacher Credentialing
1900 Capitol Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95811-4213
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
***Contact the College of Education’s California Credential Analyst for more information on the Early Completion Option pathway.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
For clinical experience and student teaching, University of Phoenix students are required to obtain either a district background check that includes a federal level background check or an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance. Teacher candidates will need to obtain Colorado fingerprint clearance through the Colorado Department of Education at the time they apply for licensure.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach. Please use this link to find your applicable content exam.
Additional requirements:
If degree program/content area does not match Colorado’s requirement for secondary licensure, teacher candidates must have 24 hours of specific coursework or pass a content examination for initial licensure.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice. **
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Colorado Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Colorado teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Colorado Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Colorado Dept. of Education
201 East Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Delaware Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Delaware will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Delaware Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Delaware teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Delaware department of education.
Contact Information:
Delaware Department of Education
The Townsend Building
401 Federal Street, Suite 2
Dover, DE 19901-3639
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
Teacher candidates should contact the District of Columbia Department of Education for any additional requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
District of Columbia teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the District of Columbia Public Schools.
Contact Information:
District of Columbia Public Schools
1200 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Florida Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete an approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Florida Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Florida teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Florida Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Florida Dept. of Education
Turlington Building, Suite 1514
325 West Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Georgia residents who hold a Clear Renewable Certificate and/or Standard Professional Certificate cannot enroll in a University of Phoenix teacher preparation program. If a Georgia resident obtains a Clear Renewable or Professional Standard Certificate before completing the UOPX degree program, the degree cannot be used for purposes of a certificate upgrade.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Candidates who do not hold an induction certificate will need the Georgia Pre-Service Certificate and will need to also pass the Educator Ethics Program Assessment (360).
The Pre-Service Certificate (or Induction4 (IN4), Provisional, Permit, or Waiver) MUST be obtained prior to beginning coursework in the required course of study.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Candidates must take the appropriate GACE assessment based upon their degree program and approved content area (as applicable). Please note, Master of Arts in Education/Special Education candidate will need to take and pass the Special Education General Curriculum GACE.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved county. **
Additional Requirements:
Teacher candidates will have to take and pass the Educator Ethics Program Exit Exam (360) to obtain licensure.
Teacher candidates in the Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary programs must earn a grade of ‘B’ or better on a course in identifying and educating exceptional children covering all exceptionalities.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Georgia Professional Standards Commission to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Georgia teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. A University of Phoenix Credential Analyst will complete an electronic recommendation for certification.
Contact Information:
Georgia Professional Standards Commission
200 Piedmont Avenue SE
Suite 1702, West Tower
Atlanta, GA 30334-9032
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Guam, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the island territory in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Guam Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the island territory in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Guam will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional Requirements:
Teacher candidates must have a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA on degree transcript
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Guam Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Guam teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Guam Department of Education.
Guam Certification Requirements
Contact Information:
Guam Department of Education
500, Mariner Ave
Barrigada, Guam
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: The state of Hawaii requires TB testing and MMR immunization prior to entering the classroom.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 13-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
If you are a teacher candidate enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program, you will be required to complete two separate clinical practice experiences. Six weeks will be completed in a Birth – PreK setting, and six weeks in a K – 3rd grade setting.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Hawai'i State Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Hawai’i teacher candidates will apply directly to their state for initial licensure.
Contact Information:
Hawai’i Teacher Standards Board
650 Iwilei Road, Suite 268
Honolulu, HI 96817
https://hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org/content/contact-us-2/
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Idaho, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Idaho after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Arizona will complete an Arizona approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The content exam listed above is an Idaho specific exam. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Idaho teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Idaho State Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Idaho teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Idaho licensure.
Contact Information:
Idaho State Department of Education
650 W State St, 2nd Floor
Boise, ID 83702
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/contact.html
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Illinois, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Illinois after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Illinois State Board of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Illinois will complete either an Arizona-approves Content Knowledge Eam or an Illinoisapproved exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Illinois, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete an Arizona-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Illinois by completing the following steps:
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Illinois teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Illinois State Board of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.Illinois teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Illinois licensure.
Contact Information:
Illinois State Board of Education
100 N. 1st Street
Springfield, IL 62777
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Indiana, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Indiana after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
- Fingerprint Clearance: To meet program and licensure requirements, teacher candidates will need to obtain Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance and Indiana fingerprint clearance.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Indiana Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Indiana will complete an Indiana-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Indiana, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete an Indiana-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The exams listed above are Indiana specific exams. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Indiana by completing the following steps:
Additional requirements:
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Indiana teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Indiana Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Indiana teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Indiana licensure.
Contact Information:
Indiana Dept. of Education
South Tower, Suite 600
115 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Kansas, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Kansas after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix, the Arizona Department of Education and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Kansas State Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Kansas will complete a Kansas-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Kansas, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete a Kansas-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The exams listed above are Kansas specific exams. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice(Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Kansas by completing the following steps:
Additional Requirements:
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Kansas by completing the following steps:
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Illinois teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Kansas State Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Contact Information:
Kansas State Dept. of Education
900 SW Jackson St.
Topeka, KS 66612
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Louisiana Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Louisiana will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Louisiana Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Louisiana teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Louisiana Dept. of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
http://www.louisianabelieves.com/
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Maine Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Additional coursework:
Secondary Education teacher candidates may need additional content classes based on state requirements. Maine requires 24 credits in content area from undergraduate degree.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Maine Deparmtent of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Maine teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Maine Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Maine Dept. of Education
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0023
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: To meet program requirements, teacher candidates will need to obtain a Maryland Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card. Teacher candidates will need to obtain Maryland Fingerprint Clearance prior to seeking licensure.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the Professional Knowledge Assessment for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Maryland Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Maryland teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Maryland Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Maryland State Dept. of Education
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201-2595
http://www.maryland.org/Pages/default.aspx
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Michigan Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Additional Requirements:
Teacher candidates must have a valid certificate of course completion for First Aid training that includes CPR for both children and adults.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Michigan Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Michigan teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Michigan Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Michigan Dept. of Education
608 W. Allegan Street
P.O. Box 30008
Lansing, MI 48909
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
If you are a teacher candidate enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed in the Arizona section.
Clearances:
For clinical experience and student teaching, University of Phoenix students are required to obtain either a district background check that includes a federal level background check or an Arizona fingerprint clearance. Teacher candidates will need to obtain Mississippi fingerprint clearance through the Mississippi Department of Education at the time they apply for licensure.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Additional Requirements:
Teacher candidates in an Elementary program will complete the Foundations of Reading test.
BSED/ECH and Alternative Pathway to Certification Candidates
As a BSED/ECH or alternative pathway teacher candidate in Mississippi, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Mississippi after completing your University of Phoenix BSED/ECH or alternative pathway teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix, the Arizona Department of Education and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Mississippi will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The exams listed above are Mississippi specific. Arizona Department of Education may accept exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. Check the Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) at:
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the BSED/ECH or alternative pathway teacher preparation programs, Mississippi teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Mississippi Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Mississippi teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Mississippi Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Mississippi Dept. of Education
P.O. Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205-0771
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your designated support staff for testing information.
**Contact your designated support staff for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Missouri, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Missouri after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
For clinical experience and student teaching, University of Phoenix students are required to obtain either a district background check that includes a federal level background check or an Arizona fingerprint clearance. Teacher candidates will need to obtain Missouri fingerprint clearance through the Missouri Department of Education at the time they apply for licensure.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Missouri will complete a Missouri-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Missouri, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete an Arizona-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The basic skills and content knowledge exams listed above are Missouri specific exams. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. Clinical practice requirements vary by program and state; candidates may be required to complete more than the minimum number of weeks depending on their state licensure requirements.**
Additional requirements:
Completion of U.S. Constitution and AZ Constitution requirements, either through college coursework in each of these areas or passing scores on the Arizona Educator Preparation Assessment (AEPA) exams
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Missouri teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Missouri teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Missouri licensure.
Contact Information:
Missouri Dept. of Education
205 Jefferson St.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Additional Requirements:
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
If you are a teacher candidate enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program, you will be required to complete two separate clinical practice experiences. Six weeks will be completed in a Birth – PreK setting, and six weeks in a K – 3rd grade setting.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Montana Office of Public Instruction to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Montana teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Montana Office of Public Instruction. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Institutional Recommendation for candidates to include in their application for licensure.
Contact Information:
Montana Office of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 202501 Helena
Montana 59620-2501
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Nebraska Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Additional requirements:
Recent college credits or employment experience within the past immediate five years.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 14 to 16-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Nebraska Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Nebraska teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Nebraska Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Nebraska Dept. of Education
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln,NE 68509-4987
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Nevada Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Nevada will complete the Nevada-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional requirements:
Students enrolled in the MAED/TED-S program and residing in the state of Nevada must have a Comprehensive major with transcripted verification of a minimum of 36 credit hours, or a Single Subject major with transcripted verification of a minimum of 30 credit hours in a secondary content area recognized by the Nevada Department of Education prior to admission to the University.
Note: Refer to the Nevada Department of Education web site for a list of recognized endorsement areas and required credit hours for teacher licensure at the secondary level. Endorsement areas listed under he Secondary (7-12) Business and Industry License and Secondary (7-12) Career and Technical Education (CTE) License categories are not eligible for enrollment.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
If you are a teacher candidate enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program, you will be required to complete two separate clinical practice experiences. Six weeks will be completed in a Birth – PreK setting, and six weeks in a K – 3rd grade setting.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Nevada Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Nevada teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Nevada Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Nevada Dept. of Education
Carson City office
700 E. Fifth Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Nevada Dept. of Education
Las Vegas Office
9890 S. Maryland Pkwy, 2nd Floor
Las Vegas NV 89183
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the New Hampshire Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Early Childhood and Elementary Teacher candidates seeking licensure in New Hampshire will complete the state approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the New Hampshire Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
New Hampshire teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the New Hampshire Department of Education.
Contact Information:
New Hampshire Dept. of Education
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301-3494
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in New Jersey, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in New Jersey after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the New Jersey Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in New Jersey will complete a New Jersey-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in New Jersey, seeking licensure in Arizona and New Jersey will complete the New Jersey-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The exams listed above are New Jersey specific exams. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Additional requirements:
All teacher candidates must meet the Physiology and Hygiene requirement.
Completion of U.S. Constitution and AZ Constitution requirements, either through college coursework in each of these areas or passing score on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) exams.
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program,New Jersey teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the New Jersey Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
New Jersey teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for New Jersey licensure.
Contact Information:
New Jersey Dept. of Education
PO Box 500
Trenton, NJ 08625-0500
NJ Department of Education Certification and Induction Customer Service telephone number is (609) 292-2070.
https://www.nj.gov/education/license/
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in New Mexico, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in New Mexico after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching. Teacher candidates will need to obtain New Mexico fingerprint clearance through the New Mexico Public Education Department at the time they apply for licensure.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the New Mexico Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates must complete one of the University of Phoenix approved basic skills exams.
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in New Mexico will complete a New Mexico-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in New Mexico, seeking licensure in Arizona and New Mexico will complete a New Mexico-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The exams listed above are New Mexico specific exams. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Additional Requirements:
Completion of U.S. Constitution and AZ Constitution requirements, either through college coursework in each of these areas or passing score on the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) .
US/AZ Constitution AEPA Exam or Continuing Education Coursework
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Candidates in the Bachelor’s of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program must complete 150 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Clinical placement:
- Clinical experience and student teaching will need to be completed at an approved district.
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in New Mexico by completing the following steps:
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, New Mexico teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the New Meico Public Education Department to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.New Mexico teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for New Mexico licensure.
Contact Information:
New Mexico Public Education Department
120 S. Federal Place
Room 105
Santa Fe, NM 87501
https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in North Carolina will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional Requirements:
Elementary teacher candidates and Special Education teacher candidates will have to pass the Foundations of Reading test and the General Curriculum test.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. At least one placement must be in an underperforming school. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.
At this time, the University is unable to place students in Onslow County Schools for Clinical Experience.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
At this time, the University is unable to place students in Onslow County Schools for Clinical Experience and Clinical Practice.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
North Carolina teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Contact Information:
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Education Building
301 N. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601-2825
http://www.ncpublicschools.org/
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in North Dakota will complete the state-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional Requirements:
A North Dakota Department of Public Instruction-approved Native American Studies course must be completed during the two-year validity period of the initial North Dakota teaching license.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
If you are a teacher candidate enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program, you will be required to complete two separate clinical practice experiences. Six weeks will be completed in a Birth – PreK setting, and six weeks in a K – 3rd grade setting.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.North Dakota teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction.
Contact Information:
North Dakota Dept. of Public Instruction
600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept. 201
Bismarck, North Dakota 58505-0440
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Oklahoma State Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Teaching Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s professional knowledge and skills.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
Teacher candidates should contact the Oklahoma State Department of Education for any additional requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Oklahoma teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Oklahoma State Dept. of Education
Oliver Hodge Building
2500 North Lincoln Boulevard
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Oregon, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Oregon after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Oregon Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Oregon will complete an Oregon-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Oregon, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete an Arizona-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Civil Rights Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Oregon must complete a Civil Rights Exam.
The content knowledge and civil rights exams listed above are Oregon specific exams. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 15-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Oregon by completing the following steps:
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Oregon Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Oregon teacher candidates must include a copy of their valid Arizona license as part of their application for Oregon licensure.
Contact Information:
Oregon Dept. of Education
255 Capitol St NE
Salem, OR 97310
http://www.oregon.gov/ode/Pages/default.aspx
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: All three Pennsylvania clearances must be submitted to the University of Phoenix prior to teacher candidates completing any clinical experiences in Pennsylvania classrooms. (Pennsylvania requires school administrators collect these fingerprint clearance documents prior to allowing teacher candidates inside classrooms.)
Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check (Act 34)
Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
Federal Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) through the Department of Education
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
- Pennsylvania Educator Certification Tests (Elementary Grades Prek-4th))
- Praxis Subject Assessment (Secondary, Elementary Middle Grades 4-8)
Additional requirements:
Pennsylvania requirement of cumulative 3.0 GPA on degree transcript.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Pennsylvania Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Pennsylvania teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Pennsylvania Dept. of Education
333 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17126
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Puerto Rico, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Puerto Rico after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact your district for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the University of Phoenix required basic skills exam.
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete an Arizona approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete an Arizona approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Additional requirements:
- U.S. History course
- Puerto Rico History course
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Puerto Rico by completing the following steps:
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Puerto Rico Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Puerto Rico teacher candidates will have to include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Puerto Rico licensure
Contact Information:
Puerto Rico Department of Education
Physical address: Ave. Tnte. Cesar Gonzalez, esq. Calle Juan Calaf, Jr. Industrial three Monjitas, Hato Rey, PR 00917
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Rhode Island Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Rhode Island will complete a Rhode Island-approved Professional Knowledge Exam.
Additional requirements:
For secondary education teacher candidates, a major or the equivalent in the content area specialization for which certification is sought is required.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Rhode Island Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their statment.
Rhode Island teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Rhode Island Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Rhode Island Dept. of Education
255 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02903
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the South Carolina Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in South Carolina will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Alternative Pathway to Certification Candidates
As an alternative pathway teacher candidate in South Carolina, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in South Carolina after completing your University of Phoenix alternative pathway teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix, the Arizona Department of Education and the state in which you will be teaching.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in South Carolina will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The exams listed above are South Carolina specific. Arizona Department of Education may accept exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. Check the Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) at:
Additional requirements:
Completion of U.S. Constitution and AZ Constitution requirements, either through college coursework in each of these areas or passing score on the Arizona Educator Preparation Assessment (AEPA).
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the alternative pathway teacher preparation program, South Carolina teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the South Carolina Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
South Carolina teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the South Carolina Department of Education.
Contact Information:
South Carolina Dept. of Education
1429 Senate Street
Columbia, SC 29201
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the South Dakota Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in South Dakota will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional requirements:
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
If you are a teacher candidate enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education program, you will be required to complete two separate clinical practice experiences. Six weeks will be completed in a Birth – PreK setting, and six weeks in a K – 3rd grade setting.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the South Dakota Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
South Dakota teacher candidates do not need to obtain Arizona licensure to complete the teacher preparation program.
Contact Information:
South Dakota Dept. of Education
800 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD 57501
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
University of Phoenix students are required to obtain a background check that includes a federal level background check or an Arizona fingerprint clearance. Teacher candidates will need to obtain Tennessee fingerprint clearance through the Tennessee Department of Education in order to enter the classroom for field experience and student teaching. Protocols may vary by district, work your Education Program Specialist to ensure you are eligible to enter the classroom.
Candidates in Tennessee must obtain a TBI Background check through school district affiliation.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Tennessee Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Tennessee will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Tennessee Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Tennessee teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Tennessee Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Tennessee Dept. of Education
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Texas, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Texas after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Texas Education Agency for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Texas, seeking licensure in Arizona will complete an Arizona-approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 14 to 16-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in Texas by completing the following steps.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in Texas will complete a Texas approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Additional Requirements:
Completion of U.S. Constitution and AZ Constitution requirements, either through college coursework in each of these areas or passing scores on the AEPA exams.
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Texas teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Texas Education Agency to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Texas teacher candidates will have to include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Texas licensure.
Contact Information:
Texas Education Agency
1701 N. Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78701
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in the US Virgin Islands, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the island territory in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the US Virgin Islands Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the island territory in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates seeking licensure in the US Virgin Islands will complete a Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the US Virgin Islands Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Contact Information:
US Virgin Islands Department of Education
2133, Hospital St, Christiansted
St Croix 00820, U.S. Virgin Islands
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in Utah, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in Utah after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: To meet program and licensure requirements teacher candidates will need to obtain Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance and Utah fingerprint clearance.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Utah State Office of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Utah will complete an Utah-approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in Utah, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete an Arizona approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The content knowledge exam listed above is an Utah specific exam. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
- Student Teachers must have valid Student Teacher/Intern License
Apply for Licensure:
Upon graduating from the teacher preparation program, Utah teacher candidates will apply for teacher licensure in Arizona. The University of Phoenix will prepare an Arizona Institutional Recommendation for candidates, upon their request and to be included in their application for licensure.*
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Utah State Office of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Utah teacher candidates will have to include a copy of their valid Arizona teaching license as part of their application for Utah licensure
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Vermont Agency of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Vermont Agency of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Vermont teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Vermont Agency of Education.
Contact Information:
Vermont Agency of Education
219 North Main Street, Suite 402
Barre, VT 05641
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the Virginia Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
Additional Requirements:
Teacher candidates in Virginia will complete the following additional requirements:
- Dyslexia Training Module
- Certification of Child Abuse and Neglect Recognition and Intervention Training
- Emergency First Aid, CPR including Hands-on Practice, and AED
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Virginia Department of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Virginia teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Virginia Department of Education.
Contact Information:
Virginia Dept. of Education
James Monroe Building
101 N. 14th St.
Richmond, VA 23219
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements.
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: Fingerprint clearance must be obtained and submitted to University of Phoenix and the state in which you will be teaching. Candidates will complete the Pre-Residency Certificate process to satisfy this requirement.
Exams:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Content Knowledge Exam*: This test will demonstrate the candidate’s mastery of the core content area they are seeking to teach.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district.**
Washington candidates will not be placed in a district that requires edTPA.
Additional Requirements:
Teacher candidates enrolled in the Master of Arts in Education/Special Education program will be required to add an additional endorsement to their Special Education certificate. The second endorsement may be completed through a program or through a test-only process.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
Washington teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Contact Information:
Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
Old Capitol Building
600 Washington St. S.E.
Olympia, WA 98504
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
As a teacher candidate in the state of West Virginia, you will be enrolled in an Arizona-based program. Below you’ll find the steps you need to take to obtain teacher licensure and meet University of Phoenix program requirements. To teach in West Virginia after completing your University of Phoenix teacher preparation program, you will need to obtain Arizona licensure first and then apply to your state. The steps to obtaining Arizona licensure are listed below:
Clearances:
Fingerprint Clearance: To meet program and licensure requirements teacher candidates will need to obtain Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance and West Virginia.
Immunizations: Requirements may vary by district. Contact the West Virginia Department of Education for more information.
Exams:
Content Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in West Virginia will complete a West Virginia -approved Content Knowledge Exam to demonstrate content area mastery.
Professional Knowledge Exam*: Teacher candidates in West Virginia, seeking licensure in Arizona, will complete an Arizona approved Professional Knowledge Exam for certification.
The content knowledge exam listed above is a West Virginia specific exam. Arizona Department of Education accepts exams that are equivalent to their required exams. In order to waive the equivalent Arizona exam, the official score report must document that your exam was reported to another state and that you passed the exam in that state. The Arizona Out of State Exam Equivalents list is maintained by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and can be updated by ADE at anytime.
Clinical Experience (Field Experience):
Teacher candidates enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program will complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified clinical experiences. Teacher candidates enrolled in an Alternative Pathway Certificate program will complete a minimum of 60 hours of verified clinical experiences. The clinical experience hours are completed prior to clinical practice.**
Clinical Practice (Student Teaching):
Teacher candidates will complete a minimum 12-week full-time clinical practice setting at an approved district. **
- Form 23 required for Clinical experience approval
- Form 24 and Form 7 required for Clinical placement: Permit
Once you have obtained Arizona licensure, you may apply for your license in West Virginia by completing the following steps:
Additional Requirements:
Basic Skills Exam*: Teacher candidates will complete the basic skills exam for the state in which they reside.
Apply for Licensure:
In addition to regularly checking the requirements for licensure being provided here, teacher candidates are further encouraged to contact the Utah State Office of Education to address any additional questions about requirements necessary to obtain licensure in their state.
West Virginia teacher candidates will apply for licensure directly to the West Virginia Department of Education.
Contact Information:
West Virginia Dept. of Education
1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Charleston, WV 25305
*Deadlines will vary depending on candidate start date. Contact your Education Program Specialist for testing and licensure information.
**Contact your Education Program Specialist for placement information.
This summary of state licensure requirements is provided as a reference tool for our teacher candidates. Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, as licensing requirements are subject to change at any time, teacher candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check with their state’s teacher licensing authority (provided above) for licensure requirements.
The University has determined that its teacher education program/s does NOT meet the education requirements for teacher licensure in the following states:
BSED/E Program: Arkansas, California, Iowa, New York, Wyoming
BSED/ECH Program: Arkansas, California, Idaho, Iowa, Michigan, New York, Wyoming
BSLS Program: California specific program, restricted to all other states/jurisdictions.
MAED/TED-E Program: Arkansas, Iowa, New York, Wyoming
MAED/TED-S Program: Arkansas, Iowa, Montana, New York, Wyoming
MAED/SPE Program: Arkansas, California, Hawaii, Iowa, New York, Texas, Wyoming
CERT/AP-E Program: Arkansas, Iowa, New York, North Dakota, Wyoming
CERT/AP-S Program: Arkansas, Iowa, Montana, New York, North Dakota, Wyoming
CERT/AP-SE Program: Arkansas, Hawaii, Iowa, New York, North Dakota, Texas, Wyoming
The University has made no determination in the following states:
BSED/E Program: American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut,
Federated States of Micronesia, Kentucky, Marshall Islands, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Ohio, Palau, Texas, Wisconsin
BSED/ECH Program: American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut,
Federated States of Micronesia, Kentucky, Marshall Islands, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Palau, Texas, Wisconsin
BSLS Program: California specific program, restricted to all other states/jurisdictions.
MAED/TED-E Program: American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Federated States of Micronesia, Kentucky, Marshall Islands, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Palau, Wisconsin
MAED/TED-S Program: American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Federated States of Micronesia, Kentucky, Marshall Islands, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Palau, Utah, Wisconsin
MAED/SPE Program: American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Federated States of Micronesia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Marshall Islands, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Palau, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah, Wisconsin
CERT/AP-E Program: Alaska, American Samoa, California, Colorado, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Marshall Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Palau, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Dakota, US Virgin Islands, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin
CERT/AP-S Program: Alaska, American Samoa, California, Colorado, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Marshall Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Palau, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Dakota, US Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin
CERT/AP-SE Program: Alaska, American Samoa, California, Colorado, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida, Guam, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Marshall Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Palau, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, US Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin
